2026 Medicare Special Needs Plans in Santa Cruz County, AZ
Last update: . Enrollment data updated: June 13, 2026
For 2026, Santa Cruz County, AZ includes 13 Medicare Special Needs Plans. Enrollment across these plans totals approximately 3,383, with 31% rated 4 stars or higher.
Special Needs Plans (SNPs) are designed for specific healthcare or eligibility situations. Other options may also be available. Visit Medicare Options in Santa Cruz County, AZ to explore additional plan types and coverage choices.
Dual Eligible Special Needs Plans (D-SNPs)
Dual Eligible Special Needs Plans (D-SNPs) are Medicare Advantage plans for individuals eligible for both Medicare and Medicaid. Plan availability varies by county.
- Total D-SNP Plans
- 7
- Average Monthly Premium
- $15.59/mo
- Beneficiaries Enrolled
- 2,528
- $0 Premium Plans
- 0
- Zero Cost Plans
- 7
- Top D-SNP by Enrollment
- Wellcare Dual Liberty Sync (D-SNP) — 1,761 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 | $15 | 9250.00 | $615 | H5580-005-0 |
What is the average monthly premium for D-SNP plans in Santa Cruz County?
D-SNP plans in Santa Cruz County cost $15.59 per month.
Which D-SNP plan has the highest enrollment in Santa Cruz County?
The most popular D-SNP plan in Santa Cruz County is Wellcare Dual Liberty Sync (D-SNP), with 1,761 enrollees.
How many D-SNP plans are available in Santa Cruz County?
In 2026, Santa Cruz County offers 7 D-SNP plans with 2,528 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
- 6
- Average Monthly Premium
- $10.72/mo
- Beneficiaries Enrolled
- 855
- $0 Premium C-SNPs
- 2
- Average MOOP
- $14,000
- Most Popular C-SNP
- Alignment Health Heart & Diabetes (C-SNP) with 262 enrollees
- C-SNPs Without Drug Coverage
- 0
| SNP Plan Name | Rating* | Premium | Network | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UHC Complete Care Support AZ-1A | $13 | 9250.00 | $615 | H2001-036-0 | |
| Alignment Health Heart & Diabetes | $0 | 2499.00 | $0 | H3443-003-0 | |
| Alignment Health Heart & Diabetes AZPlus | $17 | 2900.00 | $615 | H3443-007-0 | |
| Alignment Health Heart & Diabetes Plus | $17 | 8850.00 | $615 | H3443-006-0 | |
| DEVOTED C-SNP PLUS 027 AZ | $17 | 9250.00 | $615 | H8173-027-0 | |
| Wellcare Specialty Simple | $0 | 9250.00 | $615 | H0351-057-0 |
What is the most popular C-SNP plan in Santa Cruz County?
Alignment Health Heart & Diabetes (C-SNP) is the top C-SNP in Santa Cruz County, with 262 enrollees.
What is the total number of C-SNP plans in Santa Cruz County?
There are 6 C-SNP plans in 2026, covering 855 enrollees.
- CMS.gov, Medicare Advantage Landscape Source Files — Last accessed June 13, 2026
- CMS.gov, Medicare Part C & D Performance Data — Last accessed June 13, 2026
- CMS.gov, Medicare Advantage & Part D Contract and Enrollment Data — Last accessed June 13, 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, "Compare Original Medicare & Medicare Advantage" — 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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