2026 Medicare Special Needs Plans in Pima County, AZ
Last update: . Enrollment data updated: May 2, 2026
For 2026, Pima County, AZ includes 32 Medicare Special Needs Plans. Enrollment across these plans totals approximately 33,335, with 28% rated 4 stars or higher.
Medicare Dual Eligible Special Needs Plans (D-SNPs)
Dual Eligible Special Needs Plans (D-SNPs) are Medicare Advantage plans that integrate Medicare and Medicaid benefits for beneficiaries who meet dual-eligibility criteria defined by CMS.
- Total D-SNP Plans
- 8
- Average Monthly Premium
- $15.76/mo
- Beneficiaries Enrolled
- 24,276
- $0 Premium Plans
- 0
- Zero Cost Plans
- 8
- Top D-SNP by Enrollment
- UHC Dual Complete AZ-S001 (D-SNP) — 17,931 enrollees
- Plans without Drug Coverage
- 0
| SNP Plan Name | Rating* | Premium | MOOP | Rx Ded. | Plan-ID |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Banner Medicare Advantage Dual | $17 | 9250.00 | $615 | H4931-015-0 | |
| Banner Medicare Advantage Dual | $17 | 9250.00 | $615 | H4931-007-0 | |
| 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 | H5580-004-0 | |
| Mercy Care Advantage | $15 | 9250.00 | $615 | H5580-005-0 |
What is the typical premium for D-SNP plans in Pima County?
D-SNP plans in Pima County cost $15.76 per month.
Which D-SNP plan do most beneficiaries choose in Pima County?
The most popular D-SNP plan in Pima County is UHC Dual Complete AZ-S001 (D-SNP), with 17,931 enrollees.
How many Dual Eligible SNP plans are offered in Pima County?
In 2026, Pima County offers 8 D-SNP plans with 24,276 enrollees.
Institutional Special Needs Plans (I-SNPs)
Institutional Special Needs Plans (I-SNPs) are Medicare Advantage plans for individuals who reside in or require institutional-level care. Plan availability varies by county.
- Total I-SNP Plans
- 5
- Average Monthly Premium
- $3.60/mo
- Beneficiaries Enrolled
- 1,047
- $0 Premium Plans
- 3
- Average MOOP
- $9,200
- Top I-SNP by Enrollment
- SCAN Embrace (I-SNP) — 446 enrollees
- Plans without Drug Coverage
- 0
| SNP Plan Name | Rating* | Premium | 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 | H1423-007-0 |
- What is the average monthly premium for I-SNP plans in Pima County?
- I-SNP plans in Pima County cost $3.60 per month.
- Which I-SNP plan has the highest enrollment in Pima County?
- The most popular I-SNP plan in Pima County is SCAN Embrace (I-SNP), with 446 enrollees.
- How many I-SNP plans are available in Pima County?
- In 2026, Pima County offers 5 I-SNP plans with 1,047 enrollees.
Chronic Condition Special Needs Plans (C-SNPs)
Chronic Condition Special Needs Plans (C-SNPs) are Medicare Advantage plans available to beneficiaries who meet CMS eligibility criteria for specific chronic or disabling health conditions.
- Total C-SNP Plans
- 19
- Average Monthly Premium
- $4.47/mo
- Beneficiaries Enrolled
- 8,012
- $0 Premium C-SNPs
- 14
- Average MOOP
- $8,579
- Most Popular C-SNP
- UHC Complete Care AZ-3P (C-SNP) with 3,375 enrollees
- C-SNPs Without Drug Coverage
- 0
What is the total number of C-SNP plans in Pima County?
Pima County has 19 C-SNP plans for 2026, with 8,012 enrollees.
How much do C-SNP plans cost in Pima County?
The typical C-SNP premium in Pima County is $4.47, and 14 plans have no monthly premium.
- 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
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, "Understanding Medicare Advantage Plans" — Last accessed 24 May, 2025
- Medicare.gov, "Explore your Medicare coverage options" — Last accessed 25 May, 2025
- NCOA.org, "5 Steps to Choosing the Right Medicare Plan for You" — Last accessed 22 May, 2025
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