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Your Medicare Coverage Options in Pueblo County, CO

Learn about Medicare coverage options available in Pueblo County, Colorado, including Original Medicare, Medicare Advantage, Part D, Medigap plans, and local support resources.

Last update: May15, 2026. Enrollment data updated: May 2, 2026

Medicare Options at a Glance

Medicare coverage options in Pueblo County, Colorado center on a few primary paths, each designed for different priorities like provider flexibility, cost control, and care coordination. These include:

  • Original Medicare: Ideal for nationwide provider access without network restrictions.
  • Medicare Advantage: Combines coverage into one plan, often with lower premiums and added benefits.
  • Part D: Adds prescription drug coverage to Original Medicare.
  • Medigap: Helps reduce out-of-pocket costs and improve predictability.
  • SNPs: Designed for people with specific health conditions or eligibility requirements.
  • Other Options: May include VA benefits, employer or retiree plans, and local assistance programs.

Each option operates differently. Comparing how they work is essential to selecting the right Medicare coverage in Pueblo County.

The various Medicare plans and other available options work differently. Understanding how they compare is the key to choosing the right Medicare coverage.

Medicare Advantage Options in Pueblo County

Medicare Advantage plans in Pueblo County provide an all-in-one private coverage option that includes hospital and medical benefits, often with prescription drug coverage and additional extras. Plan availability, types, and cost limits vary by county.

Medicare Advantage Snapshot Pueblo County
Total Medicare Advantage plans 33
$0 premium plans 27
HMO plans 10
PPO plans 15
Plans with drug coverage 26
Lowest MOOP $3,315
Highest MOOP $7,900
Highest Part B giveback $64.10

Top PPO Plans by Enrollments

Plan CMS Rating Enrollment
Humana Essentials Plus Giveback H5216-435 3.5 ★ 37,196
Humana USAA Honor Giveback 3.5 ★ 19,467
HumanaChoice H5216-223 3.5 ★ 17,500

Top HMO Plans by Enrollments

Plan CMS Rating Enrollment
Humana Total Complete H0028-081 3.5 ★ 30,414
Kaiser Permanente Senior Advantage Core South 4.5 ★ 6,595
Select Health Medicare Essential 3.5 ★ 3,038

Top HMO-POS Plans by Enrollments

Plan CMS Rating Enrollment
AARP Medicare Advantage Essentials from UHC CO-4 4.5 ★ 26,516
AARP Medicare Advantage from UHC CO-0003 4.5 ★ 6,525
AARP Medicare Advantage Extras from UHC CO-20 4.5 ★ 6,199

Medicare Advantage coverage varies based on network structure, inclusion of drug benefits, and maximum out-of-pocket costs each year. Many beneficiaries begin with these plans for their all-in-one coverage and added perks, but provider access and plan rules play a key role in the decision.

See Medicare Advantage plans in Pueblo County

Medicare Part D Plans in Pueblo County

Medicare Part D plans offer standalone prescription drug coverage for individuals enrolled in Original Medicare. Costs and coverage vary based on premiums, deductibles, pharmacy networks, and covered medications.

Top Basic Coverage Plans by Enrollments

Plan Premium Deductible Enrollment
Humana Basic Rx Plan $0.00 $615 40,875
Wellcare Classic $2.20 $615 28,059
SilverScript Choice $105.10 $615 14,501

Top Enhanced Coverage Plans by Enrollments

Plan Premium Deductible Enrollment
Wellcare Value Script $0.00 $615 140,626
AARP Medicare Rx Preferred from UHC $151.90 $130 26,172
Humana Value Rx Plan $48.50 $601 13,877

Part D plan choice depends less on the number of plans and more on whether your drugs are covered at your preferred pharmacy at a reasonable cost.

See Medicare Part D plans in Colorado

Medigap Plans in Pueblo County

Medigap plans supplement Original Medicare by covering deductibles, copayments, and coinsurance. Unlike Medicare Advantage, these plans do not replace Original Medicare and typically require a separate Part D plan for prescription drug coverage.

Across 30 insurers, sample data shows monthly premiums starting near $35 and rising above $1,085 based on plan type and pricing approach. Even with standardized benefits, pricing can vary significantly due to different rating methods and available discounts.

Medigap Snapshot Pueblo County
Works with Original Medicare Yes
Includes prescription drug coverage No
Requires separate Part D plan Usually yes
Best fit for Beneficiaries who want broad provider access and predictable cost sharing

For residents of Pueblo, Medigap is often considered by people who want the flexibility to use providers nationwide who accept Medicare without relying on local Medicare Advantage networks.

Sample Plan G Pricing in Colorado

Plan G typically ranges from $114 to $849.

Carrier Plan Low High
AARP - UnitedHealthcare G $152 $590
Aetna G $178 $567
Humana G $135 $464
Mutual of Omaha G $128 $408
Wellcare G $121 $430

Sample Plan N Pricing in Colorado

Plan N typically ranges from $84 to $575.

Carrier Plan Low High
AARP - UnitedHealthcare N $132 $575
Aetna N $110 $368
Humana N $98 $337
Mutual of Omaha N $84 $292
Wellcare N $87 $341

Explore all Medicare Supplement plans in Colorado for more details.

Special Needs Plans (SNPs) in Pueblo County

Special Needs Plans (SNPs) are a type of Medicare Advantage plan designed for individuals with specific eligibility criteria, such as dual eligibility for Medicaid, qualifying chronic conditions, or institutional care requirements.

SNP Snapshot Pueblo County
Total SNP plans 24
D-SNP plans 18
C-SNP plans 4
I-SNP plans 2

Top D-SNP Plans by Enrollments

Plan CMS Rating Enrollment
UHC Dual Complete CO-S4 4.0 ★ 19,471
UHC Dual Complete CO-S002 4.0 ★ 12,819
HumanaChoice SNP-DE H7617-067 4.5 ★ 5,053

Top C-SNP Plans by Enrollments

Plan CMS Rating Enrollment
UHC Complete Care CO-19 4.5 ★ 3,580
DEVOTED C-SNP PLUS 013 CO 4.0 ★ 412
Clear Spring Health Balance+ Diabetes & Heart 3.0 ★ 170

Top I-SNP Plans by Enrollments

Plan CMS Rating Enrollment
UHC Nursing Home Plan CO-F001 4.5 ★ 1,535
Longevity Health Plan 0.0 ★ 376

In Pueblo, SNP options are limited to individuals who meet specific eligibility criteria. While not a general option, they play an important role for beneficiaries with Medicaid or certain chronic health needs.

See Special Needs Plans in Pueblo County

VA Coverage and Local Medicare Help in Pueblo County

Some beneficiaries may have additional coverage or support beyond standard Medicare plans, including VA health benefits, retiree coverage, and local counseling programs.

Additional Support Options Pueblo County
VA health coverage may coordinate with Medicare Yes
SHIP / local counseling availability Colorado SHIP
Local help resource State Health Insurance Assistance Program

How to Choose the Right Medicare Coverage for You in Pueblo County

Choosing Medicare coverage comes down to how you want to receive care, manage Medicare costs, and access providers. Most decisions begin by choosing between Medicare Advantage and Original Medicare.

Medicare Advantage plans combine hospital, medical, and often prescription drug coverage into a single plan. These plans may offer lower monthly premiums and additional benefits, but typically require you to use a provider network.

Original Medicare allows you to see providers nationwide who accept Medicare. Many beneficiaries add a Part D prescription drug plan and a Medigap policy to help manage out-of-pocket costs and provide more predictable coverage.

Special Needs Plans (SNPs) may be available for individuals with specific health conditions or eligibility, including those with Medicaid. These plans are not available to everyone but can offer targeted benefits when you qualify.

The right choice depends on your preferred doctors, prescription needs, and how you want to balance monthly premiums with out-of-pocket costs.

To explore your options in more detail, start by reviewing available plans and coverage types in Pueblo County.

  • CMS.gov, Medicare Advantage & Special Needs Plan Landscape Source Files — Last accessed May 2, 2026
  • CMS.gov, Medicare Part C & D Performance Data — Last accessed May 2, 2026
  • CMS.gov, Medicare Advantage & Part D Contract and Enrollment Data — Last accessed May 2, 2026

County-level figures shown on this page (including plan counts, enrollment totals, averages, and percentage distributions) are derived from CMS-published datasets using a standardized aggregation methodology.

Data sources and methodology documentation .

  • Medicare.gov, "How to get prescription drug coverage" — Last accessed May 2, 2026
  • Medicare.gov, "Compare types of Medicare Advantage Plans" — Last accessed May 7, 2026
  • NCOA.org, "5 Steps to Choosing the Right Medicare Plan for You" — Last accessed May 6, 2026
  • Medicare.gov, "Get Medigap Basics" — Last accessed May 5, 2026

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Page content independently curated and maintained by David W. Bynon, Editorial Steward, using a standardized, data-driven methodology for accurate, non-commercial Medicare plan interpretation and resolution.

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