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  3. Alabama
  4. Cherokee County

2027 Medicare Special Needs Plans in Cherokee County, AL

Last update: October 6, 2026.

In Cherokee County, AL, there are 28 Medicare Special Needs Plans available for 2027. Approximately 1,106 beneficiaries are enrolled, and about 24% are rated 4 stars or higher based on CMS quality ratings.

Special Needs Plans (SNPs) are one coverage option. Other options may include standard Medicare Advantage plans, Medicare prescription drug coverage, and Medicare Supplement insurance. Visit Medicare Options in Cherokee County, AL to explore other types of coverage available locally.

  • D-SNP Plans
  • C-SNP Plans
  • I-SNP Plans

At a Glance

County-level summary of Medicare Special Needs Plan availability and enrollment based on CMS data.

  • Average Monthly Premium: $6.28/mo
  • $0 Premium Plans: 20
  • Average MOOP: $8,491 ($9,250 max. Excludes zero-cost D-SNPs.)
  • Star Ratings (Plan Mix): 4+ Stars: 24% · 3 Stars: 76% · Below 3: 0%
  • Average Part D Deductible: $623.29
  • Total SNP Enrollment: 1,106
  • SNP Plans with the Highest Enrollment
    (as of October 5, 2026)
    1. UHC Complete Care AL-5 (C-SNP) — 189 enrollees
    2. Aetna Medicare Dual Extra Care (D-SNP) — 186 enrollees
    3. VIVA Medicare Extra Value (D-SNP) — 111 enrollees

This page and its statistics covers Medicare Advantage Special Needs Plans (SNPs). Standard Medicare Advantage plans in Cherokee County, AL are summarized separately. For a broader perspective, explore Alabama Medicare Special Needs plans.

Dual Eligible Special Needs Plans (D-SNPs)

Dual Eligible Special Needs Plans (D-SNPs) in Cherokee County are Medicare Advantage plans for individuals eligible for both Medicare and Medicaid.

  • Total D-SNP Plans: 17
  • Average Monthly Premium: $4.24/mo
  • Beneficiaries Enrolled: 817
  • $0 Premium Plans: 11
  • Zero Cost Plans: 8
  • Top D-SNP by Enrollment: Aetna Medicare Dual Extra Care (D-SNP) — 186 enrollees
  • Plans without Drug Coverage: 0
D-SNP Medicare plan comparison – Cherokee County, Alabama, 2027
Medicare SNP Plan CMS Stars* Premium/Mo MOOP Rx Ded. CMS ID
DEVOTED DUAL CHOICE FULL 011 AL
☆☆☆☆☆
$0 9850.00 $700 H7028-011-0
HumanaChoice SNP-DE H5216-370
☆☆☆☆☆
$0 9850.00 $700 H5216-370-0
VIVA Medicare Extra Value
☆☆☆☆☆
$14 6750.00 $700 H0154-012-0
Aetna Medicare Dual Care
☆☆☆☆☆
$0 9850.00 $700 H3239-010-0
Aetna Medicare Dual Extra Care
☆☆☆☆☆
$0 9850.00 $700 H3239-002-0
Aetna Medicare Full Dual Care
☆☆☆☆☆
$0 9850.00 $700 H3239-026-0
DEVOTED DUAL 004 AL
☆☆☆☆☆
$0 6100.00 $700 H3080-004-0
DEVOTED DUAL CHOICE FULL 013 AL
☆☆☆☆☆
$0 9850.00 $700 H9888-013-0
DEVOTED DUAL PLUS 003 AL
☆☆☆☆☆
$0 9850.00 $700 H3080-003-0
HealthSpring TotalCare
☆☆☆☆☆
$13 9850.00 $700 H4513-109-1
HealthSpring TotalCare Plus
☆☆☆☆☆
$14 9850.00 $700 H4513-110-1
UHC Dual Advantage AL-V2
☆☆☆☆☆
$4 5900.00 $700 H2802-044-0
UHC Dual Complete AL-Q1
☆☆☆☆☆
$0 9850.00 $435 H0432-009-0
UHC Dual Complete AL-Q2
☆☆☆☆☆
$0 9850.00 $445 H1889-009-0
UHC Dual Complete AL-Q3
☆☆☆☆☆
$14 9850.00 $700 H2802-090-0
UHC Dual Complete AL-S1
☆☆☆☆☆
$0 9850.00 $530 H2802-064-0
Simpra Advantage Dual Care
☆☆☆☆☆
$14 9850.00 $700 H4091-002-0
How many D-SNP plans are available in Cherokee County?
Cherokee County has 17 D-SNP plans for 2027, with 817 enrollees.
What is the average monthly premium for D-SNP plans in Cherokee County?
The typical D-SNP premium in Cherokee County is $4.24, and 11 plans have no monthly premium.
Which D-SNP plan has the highest enrollment in Cherokee County?
Aetna Medicare Dual Extra Care (D-SNP) has the highest D-SNP enrollment in Cherokee County, with 186 enrollees.

Medicare Institutional Special Needs Plans (I-SNPs)

Institutional Special Needs Plans (I-SNPs) are Medicare Advantage plans for individuals in long-term or institutional care settings. Plan availability varies by county.

Total I-SNP Plans
2
Average Monthly Premium
$51.85/mo
Beneficiaries Enrolled
0
$0 Premium Plans
0
Average MOOP
$8,275
Top I-SNP by Enrollment
— 0 enrollees
Plans without Drug Coverage
0
I-SNP Medicare plan comparison – Cherokee County, Alabama, 2027
Plan Name CMS Stars* Premium/Mo Network
Simpra Advantage Assist
☆☆☆☆☆
$90 6700.00 $150 H4091-003-0
Simpra Advantage Nursing Home Plan
☆☆☆☆☆
$14 9850.00 $700 H4091-001-0
Which I-SNP plan do most beneficiaries choose in Cherokee County?

is the top I-SNP in Cherokee County, with 0 enrollees.

How many Institutional SNP plans are offered in Cherokee County?

There are 2 I-SNP plans in 2027, covering 0 enrollees.

Medicare Chronic Condition Special Needs Plans (C-SNPs)

Chronic Condition Special Needs Plans (C-SNPs) are Medicare Advantage plans that limit enrollment to beneficiaries with certain chronic conditions identified under CMS eligibility guidelines.

Total C-SNP Plans
9
Average Monthly Premium
$0.00/mo
Beneficiaries Enrolled
289
$0 Premium C-SNPs
9
Average MOOP
$7,172
Most Popular C-SNP
UHC Complete Care AL-5 (C-SNP) with 189 enrollees
C-SNPs Without Drug Coverage
0
C-SNP Medicare plan comparison – Cherokee County, Alabama, 2027
Plan Name CMS Stars* Premium/Mo Network
DEVOTED C-SNP CHOICE ENHANCED 013 AL
☆☆☆☆☆
$0 6100.00 $650 H7028-013-0
DEVOTED C-SNP CHOICE GIVEBACK EXTRAS 017 AL
☆☆☆☆☆
$0 7250.00 $700 H7028-017-0
DEVOTED C-SNP CHOICE PLUS 015 AL
☆☆☆☆☆
$0 9850.00 $650 H7028-015-0
DEVOTED C-SNP CHOICE 008 AL
☆☆☆☆☆
$0 6500.00 $700 H9888-008-0
DEVOTED C-SNP CHOICE ENHANCED 009 AL
☆☆☆☆☆
$0 6700.00 $461 H9888-009-0
DEVOTED C-SNP CHOICE PLUS 012 AL
☆☆☆☆☆
$0 9850.00 $461 H9888-012-0
HealthSpring Achieve
☆☆☆☆☆
$0 4450.00 $400 H4513-094-0
UHC Complete Care AL-5
☆☆☆☆☆
$0 7150.00 $685 H0432-017-0
UHC Complete Care AL-8
☆☆☆☆☆
$0 6700.00 $685 H2802-088-0
What is the most popular C-SNP plan in Cherokee County?
The most popular C-SNP plan in Cherokee County is UHC Complete Care AL-5 (C-SNP), with 189 enrollees.
What is the total number of C-SNP plans in Cherokee County?
In 2027, Cherokee County offers 9 C-SNP plans with 289 enrollees.
How much do C-SNP plans cost in Cherokee County?
C-SNP plans in Cherokee County cost $0.00 per month.
What is the most popular C-SNP plan in Cherokee County?
The most popular C-SNP plan in Cherokee County is UHC Complete Care AL-5 (C-SNP), with 189 enrollees.
  • CMS.gov, Medicare Advantage & Special Needs Plan Landscape Source Files — Version: 202608
  • CMS.gov, Medicare Part C & D Performance Data — Version: 2026
  • CMS.gov, Medicare Advantage & Part D Contract and Enrollment Data — Version: 2026-08

All plan counts, enrollment totals, averages, and percentage distributions are calculated at the county level using CMS data and include Medicare Special Needs Plans (SNP) only, based on a consistent aggregation methodology.

Data sources and methodology documentation .

  • Medicare.gov, "Compare types of Medicare Advantage Plans" — Last accessed 20 August, 2026
  • Medicare.gov, "Compare Original Medicare & Medicare Advantage" — Last accessed 22 August, 2026
  • AARP.org, "The Big Choice: Original Medicare vs. Medicare Advantage" — Last accessed 24 August, 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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