2026 Medicare Special Needs Plans in Maricopa County, AZ
Last update: . Enrollment data updated: May 2, 2026
In Maricopa County, AZ, there are 36 Medicare Special Needs Plans available for 2026. Approximately 89,826 beneficiaries are enrolled, and about 29% are rated 4 stars or higher based on CMS quality ratings.
D-SNP Plans (Dual Eligible Special Needs Plans)
Dual Eligible Special Needs Plans (D-SNPs) in Maricopa County are Medicare Advantage plans for individuals eligible for both Medicare and Medicaid.
- Total D-SNP Plans: 11
- Average Monthly Premium: $15.18/mo
- Beneficiaries Enrolled: 62,642
- $0 Premium Plans: 0
- Zero Cost Plans: 11
- Top D-SNP by Enrollment: UHC Dual Complete AZ-S001 (D-SNP) — 40,089 enrollees
- Plans without Drug Coverage: 0
| Special Needs Plan | CMS Rating* | Premium Per Mo | MOOP | PDP Ded. | CMS Plan ID |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Banner Medicare Advantage Dual | $17 | 9250.00 | $615 | H4931-015-0 | |
| Banner Medicare Advantage Dual | $17 | 9250.00 | $615 | H4931-007-0 | |
| Health Choice Pathway | $8 | 8800.00 | $615 | H5587-002-0 | |
| UHC Dual Complete AZ-S001 | $12 | 9250.00 | $615 | H0321-002-0 | |
| UHC Dual Complete AZ-Y001 | $17 | 9250.00 | $615 | H0321-004-0 | |
| Wellcare Arizona Complete Health Dual Align | $14 | 9250.00 | $615 | H5590-010-0 | |
| Wellcare Dual Liberty Sync | $17 | 9250.00 | $490 | H5590-008-0 | |
| Mercy Care Advantage | $17 | 9250.00 | $615 | H5580-001-0 | |
| Mercy Care Advantage | $17 | 9250.00 | $615 | H5580-004-0 | |
| Mercy Care Advantage | $15 | 9250.00 | $615 | H5580-005-0 | |
| Molina Medicare Complete Care | $16 | 9250.00 | $615 | H8845-001-0 |
What is the total number of D-SNP plans in Maricopa County?
There are 11 D-SNP plans in 2026, covering 62,642 enrollees.
How much do D-SNP plans cost in Maricopa County?
The average D-SNP premium in Maricopa County is $15.18 per month, with 0 plans offering $0 premiums.
What is the most popular D-SNP plan in Maricopa County?
UHC Dual Complete AZ-S001 (D-SNP) is the top D-SNP in Maricopa County, with 40,089 enrollees.
What is the total number of D-SNP plans in Maricopa County?
There are 11 D-SNP plans in 2026, covering 62,642 enrollees.
I-SNP Plans (Institutional Special Needs Plans)
Institutional Special Needs Plans (I-SNPs) are Medicare Advantage plans for individuals in long-term or institutional care settings. Plan availability varies by county.
| Health Plan Name | CMS Rating* | Premium Per Mo | Network | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SCAN Embrace | $0 | 1500.00 | $0 | H1822-005-0 | |
| SCAN Embrace Together | $1 | 9250.00 | $615 | H1822-008-0 | |
| UHC Nursing Home Plan AZ-F001 | $17 | 9250.00 | $615 | H0710-005-0 | |
| Wellpoint I CareMore Home Care 2 | $0 | 1500.00 | $340 | H2593-003-0 | |
| Wellpoint I CareMore Home Care | $0 | 1500.00 | $150 | H1423-008-0 |
What is the most popular I-SNP plan in Maricopa County?
UHC Nursing Home Plan AZ-F001 (I-SNP) is the top I-SNP in Maricopa County, with 563 enrollees.
What is the total number of I-SNP plans in Maricopa County?
There are 5 I-SNP plans in 2026, covering 1,084 enrollees.
C-SNP Plans (Chronic Condition Special Needs Plans)
Chronic Condition Special Needs Plans (C-SNPs) are a category of Medicare Advantage plans offered to beneficiaries with qualifying chronic conditions, as defined by CMS program rules.
- Total C-SNP Plans 20
- Average Monthly Premium $4.25/mo
- Beneficiaries Enrolled 26,100
- $0 Premium C-SNPs 15
- Average MOOP $8,855
- Most Popular C-SNP UHC Complete Care AZ-1P (C-SNP) with 8,529 enrollees
- C-SNPs Without Drug Coverage 0
What is the average monthly premium for C-SNP plans in Maricopa County?
C-SNP plans in Maricopa County cost $4.25 per month.
Which C-SNP plan has the highest enrollment in Maricopa County?
The most popular C-SNP plan in Maricopa County is UHC Complete Care AZ-1P (C-SNP), with 8,529 enrollees.
How many C-SNP plans are available in Maricopa County?
In 2026, Maricopa County offers 20 C-SNP plans with 26,100 enrollees.
- CMS.gov, Medicare Advantage 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, reflect Medicare Special Needs Plans (SNP) only and are derived from CMS datasets using a standardized aggregation methodology.
Data sources and methodology documentation .
- Medicare.gov, "Compare types of Medicare Advantage Plans" — Last accessed 25 May, 2025
- Medicare.gov, "Your coverage options" — Last accessed 23 May, 2025
- Medicare.gov, "Joining a plan" — Last accessed 21 May, 2025
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