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2026 Medicare Special Needs Plans in Kings County, CA

Last update: May 10, 2026. Enrollment data updated: August 15, 2026

In Kings County, CA, there are 11 Medicare Special Needs Plans available for 2026. Approximately 2,294 beneficiaries are enrolled, and about 36% 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 Kings County, CA to explore other types of coverage available locally.

  • D-SNP Plans
  • C-SNP Plans

At a Glance

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

Average Monthly Premium
$1.09/mo
Plans with $0 Premium
10
Average MOOP Limit
$5,108 ($9,250 max. Excludes zero-cost D-SNPs.)
Star Ratings (Plan Mix)
4+ Stars: 36% · 3 Stars: 55% · Below 3: 9%
Average Part D Deductible
$369.55
Total SNP Enrollment
2,294
SNP Plans with the Highest Enrollment
(as of August 15, 2026)
1. Anthem Full Dual Advantage Aligned (D-SNP) — 1,313 enrollees
2. Wellcare CalViva Health Dual Align (D-SNP) — 386 enrollees
3. SCAN Strive (C-SNP) — 193 enrollees

D-SNP Plans (Dual Eligible Special Needs Plans)

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

Total D-SNP Plans
5
Average Monthly Premium
$2.40/mo
Beneficiaries Enrolled
1,741
$0 Premium D-SNPs
4
Zero Cost D-SNPs
5
D-SNP with the Highest Enrollment
Anthem Full Dual Advantage Aligned (D-SNP) with 1,313 enrollees
D-SNPs without Drug Coverage
0
D-SNP Medicare plan comparison – Kings County, California, 2026
Special Needs Plan CMS Rating* Premium Per Mo MOOP PDP Ded. CMS Plan ID
Kaiser Permanente Dual Complete North P18
☆☆☆☆☆
$0 9250.00 $615 H8794-018-0
Kaiser Permanente Dual Complete North P2
☆☆☆☆☆
$0 9250.00 $0 H8794-002-0
Wellcare CalViva Health Dual Align
☆☆☆☆☆
$12 9250.00 $555 H3561-007-0
Anthem Full Dual Advantage Aligned
☆☆☆☆☆
$0 9250.00 $615 H4471-010-2
Central Health Dual Access Plan
☆☆☆☆☆
$0 9250.00 $550 H5649-024-0
What is the total number of D-SNP plans in Kings County?

Kings County has 5 D-SNP plans for 2026, with 1,741 enrollees.

How much do D-SNP plans cost in Kings County?

The typical D-SNP premium in Kings County is $2.40, and 4 plans have no monthly premium.

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 6
  • Average Monthly Premium $0.00/mo
  • Beneficiaries Enrolled 553
  • $0 Premium C-SNPs 6
  • Average MOOP $10,215
  • Most Popular C-SNP SCAN Strive (C-SNP) with 193 enrollees
  • C-SNPs Without Drug Coverage 0
C-SNP Medicare plan comparison – Kings County, California, 2026
Health Plan Name CMS Rating* Premium Per Mo Network
SCAN Balance
☆☆☆☆☆
$0 699.00 $250 H5425-102-0
SCAN Strive
☆☆☆☆☆
$0 9250.00 $250 H5425-098-0
Imperial Senior Value
☆☆☆☆☆
$0 296.00 $0 H5496-005-0
Central Health Embrace Care Plan
☆☆☆☆☆
$0 1900.00 $615 H5649-025-2
Central Health Embrace Choice Plan
☆☆☆☆☆
$0 9250.00 $615 H5649-026-2
Anthem Kidney Care
☆☆☆☆☆
$0 9250.00 $0 H8552-028-0
What is the average monthly premium for C-SNP plans in Kings County?
C-SNP plans in Kings County cost $0.00 per month.
Which C-SNP plan has the highest enrollment in Kings County?
The most popular C-SNP plan in Kings County is SCAN Strive (C-SNP), with 193 enrollees.
How many C-SNP plans are available in Kings County?
In 2026, Kings County offers 6 C-SNP plans with 553 enrollees.
  • CMS.gov, Medicare Advantage Landscape Source Files — Last accessed August 15, 2026
  • CMS.gov, Medicare Part C & D Performance Data — Last accessed August 15, 2026
  • CMS.gov, Medicare Advantage & Part D Contract and Enrollment Data — Last accessed August 15, 2026

This page presents county-level Medicare Special Needs Plans (SNP) data, including plan counts, enrollment totals, averages, and percentage distributions, derived from CMS datasets using a standardized aggregation approach.

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
  • AARP.org, "The Big Choice: Original Medicare vs. Medicare Advantage" — Last accessed 20 May, 2025

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