2026 Medicare Special Needs Plans in Kern County, CA
Last update: . Enrollment data updated: June 13, 2026
For 2026, Kern County, CA includes 19 Medicare Special Needs Plans. Enrollment across these plans totals approximately 16,536, with 25% 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 Kern County, CA 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
- 6
- Average Monthly Premium
- $4.00/mo
- Beneficiaries Enrolled
- 12,328
- $0 Premium Plans
- 4
- Zero Cost Plans
- 6
- Top D-SNP by Enrollment
- Anthem Full Dual Advantage Aligned (D-SNP) — 5,826 enrollees
- Plans without Drug Coverage
- 0
| Medicare SNP Plan | CMS Stars* | Premium/Mo | MOOP | Rx Ded. | CMS ID |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kaiser Permanente Dual Complete South P7 | $0 | 3400.00 | $0 | H8794-007-0 | |
| Wellcare Dual Liberty | $12 | 9250.00 | $425 | H3561-009-0 | |
| Anthem Full Dual Advantage Aligned | $0 | 9250.00 | $615 | H4471-010-2 | |
| Central Health Dual Access Plan | $0 | 9250.00 | $550 | H5649-024-0 | |
| Humana Gold Plus SNP-DE H5619-038 | $0 | 9250.00 | $490 | H5619-038-0 | |
| Kern Family Health Care Medicare | $12 | 9250.00 | $615 | H4057-001-0 |
- What is the average monthly premium for D-SNP plans in Kern County?
- D-SNP plans in Kern County cost $4.00 per month.
- Which D-SNP plan has the highest enrollment in Kern County?
- The most popular D-SNP plan in Kern County is Anthem Full Dual Advantage Aligned (D-SNP), with 5,826 enrollees.
- How many D-SNP plans are available in Kern County?
- In 2026, Kern County offers 6 D-SNP plans with 12,328 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
- 13
- Average Monthly Premium
- $3.42/mo
- Beneficiaries Enrolled
- 4,208
- $0 Premium C-SNPs
- 9
- Average MOOP
- $9,360
- Most Popular C-SNP
- Wellcare Specialty Simple (C-SNP) with 1,005 enrollees
- C-SNPs Without Drug Coverage
- 0
| Plan Name | CMS Stars* | Premium/Mo | Network | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UHC Complete Care CA-27P | $0 | 2000.00 | $355 | H0543-226-0 | |
| UHC Complete Care Support CA-4AP | $12 | 9250.00 | $615 | H0543-242-0 | |
| Imperial Senior Value | $0 | 296.00 | $0 | H5496-005-0 | |
| Wellcare Specialty Simple | $0 | 2400.00 | $615 | H0562-092-0 | |
| Central Health Embrace Care Plan | $0 | 799.00 | $615 | H5649-025-1 | |
| Central Health Embrace Choice Plan | $0 | 7900.00 | $615 | H5649-026-1 | |
| Anthem Kidney Care | $0 | 9250.00 | $0 | H8552-028-0 | |
| Champion Advantage | $0 | 499.00 | $0 | H6170-001-0 | |
| Champion Care | $0 | 199.00 | $0 | H6170-008-0 | |
| Champion Choice | $12 | 9250.00 | $615 | H6170-009-0 | |
| Champion Connect | $0 | 9250.00 | $615 | H6170-002-0 | |
| Champion Plus | $12 | 9250.00 | $615 | H6170-010-0 | |
| Champion Select | $8 | 499.00 | $615 | H6170-003-0 |
What is the total number of C-SNP plans in Kern County?
There are 13 C-SNP plans in 2026, covering 4,208 enrollees.
How much do C-SNP plans cost in Kern County?
The average C-SNP premium in Kern County is $3.42 per month, with 9 plans offering $0 premiums.
What is the most popular C-SNP plan in Kern County?
Wellcare Specialty Simple (C-SNP) is the top C-SNP in Kern County, with 1,005 enrollees.
What is the total number of C-SNP plans in Kern County?
There are 13 C-SNP plans in 2026, covering 4,208 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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