2026 Medicare Special Needs Plans in San Diego County, CA
Last update: . Enrollment data updated: August 15, 2026
For 2026, San Diego County, CA includes 33 Medicare Special Needs Plans. Enrollment across these plans totals approximately 59,229, with 50% 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 San Diego 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
- 7
- Average Monthly Premium
- $4.43/mo
- Beneficiaries Enrolled
- 42,245
- $0 Premium Plans
- 4
- Zero Cost Plans
- 7
- Top D-SNP by Enrollment
- Molina Medicare Complete Care Plus (D-SNP) — 12,836 enrollees
- Plans without Drug Coverage
- 0
| SNP Plan Name | Rating* | Premium | MOOP | Rx Ded. | Plan-ID |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kaiser Permanente Dual Complete South P1 | $0 | 9250.00 | $0 | H8794-001-0 | |
| SCAN Connections | $0 | 9250.00 | $375 | H0976-001-0 | |
| SCAN Connections at Home | $0 | 9250.00 | $375 | H0976-002-0 | |
| Blue Shield TotalDual Plan | $7 | 9250.00 | $615 | H2819-001-0 | |
| CommuniCare Advantage | $12 | 9250.00 | $615 | H4733-001-0 | |
| Wellcare Dual Liberty | $12 | 9250.00 | $425 | H3561-009-0 | |
| Molina Medicare Complete Care Plus | $0 | 9250.00 | $615 | H3038-004-3 |
What is the average monthly premium for D-SNP plans in San Diego County?
D-SNP plans in San Diego County cost $4.43 per month.
Which D-SNP plan has the highest enrollment in San Diego County?
The most popular D-SNP plan in San Diego County is Molina Medicare Complete Care Plus (D-SNP), with 12,836 enrollees.
How many D-SNP plans are available in San Diego County?
In 2026, San Diego County offers 7 D-SNP plans with 42,245 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
- 26
- Average Monthly Premium
- $3.15/mo
- Beneficiaries Enrolled
- 16,984
- $0 Premium C-SNPs
- 17
- Average MOOP
- $10,825
- Most Popular C-SNP
- Alignment Health Heart & Diabetes CalPlus (C-SNP) with 3,215 enrollees
- C-SNPs Without Drug Coverage
- 0
What is the most popular C-SNP plan in San Diego County?
Alignment Health Heart & Diabetes CalPlus (C-SNP) is the top C-SNP in San Diego County, with 3,215 enrollees.
What is the total number of C-SNP plans in San Diego County?
There are 26 C-SNP plans in 2026, covering 16,984 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
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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