2026 Medicare Special Needs Plans in Buena Vista County, IA
Last update: . Enrollment data updated: May 2, 2026
In Buena Vista County, IA, there are 10 Medicare Special Needs Plans available for 2026. Approximately 217 beneficiaries are enrolled, and about 40% are rated 4 stars or higher based on CMS quality ratings.
D-SNP Plans (Dual Eligible Special Needs Plans)
Dual Eligible Special Needs Plans (D-SNPs) in Buena Vista County are Medicare Advantage plans for individuals eligible for both Medicare and Medicaid.
- Total D-SNP Plans: 5
- Average Monthly Premium: $26.82/mo
- Beneficiaries Enrolled: 183
- $0 Premium Plans: 1
- Zero Cost Plans: 5
- Top D-SNP by Enrollment: UHC Dual Complete IA-S001 (D-SNP) — 135 enrollees
- Plans without Drug Coverage: 0
| Special Needs Plan | CMS Rating* | Premium Per Mo | MOOP | PDP Ded. | CMS Plan ID |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UHC Dual Complete IA-S001 | $42 | 9250.00 | $615 | H0169-001-0 | |
| HumanaChoice SNP-DE H5216-268 | $32 | 9250.00 | $615 | H5216-268-0 | |
| Molina Medicare Complete Care | $0 | 9250.00 | $615 | H1799-005-0 | |
| Wellpoint Full Dual Advantage | $29 | 9250.00 | $615 | H0907-001-0 | |
| Wellpoint Full Dual Advantage 2 | $32 | 9250.00 | $615 | H0907-003-0 |
What is the total number of D-SNP plans in Buena Vista County?
There are 5 D-SNP plans in 2026, covering 183 enrollees.
How much do D-SNP plans cost in Buena Vista County?
The average D-SNP premium in Buena Vista County is $26.82 per month, with 1 plans offering $0 premiums.
What is the most popular D-SNP plan in Buena Vista County?
UHC Dual Complete IA-S001 (D-SNP) is the top D-SNP in Buena Vista County, with 135 enrollees.
What is the total number of D-SNP plans in Buena Vista County?
There are 5 D-SNP plans in 2026, covering 183 enrollees.
I-SNP Plans (Institutional Special Needs Plans)
Institutional Special Needs Plans (I-SNPs) are Medicare Advantage plans for individuals in long-term or institutional care settings. Plan availability varies by county.
| Health Plan Name | CMS Rating* | Premium Per Mo | Network | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Iowa Health Advantage | $42 | 9250.00 | $615 | H6765-001-0 | |
| Iowa Health Advantage Choice | $42 | 9250.00 | $615 | H6765-002-0 | |
| Humana Together in Health | $42 | 9250.00 | $615 | H5216-413-0 | |
| Humana Together in Health Select | $138 | 4900.00 | $300 | H5216-453-0 |
What is the most popular I-SNP plan in Buena Vista County?
is the top I-SNP in Buena Vista County, with 0 enrollees.
What is the total number of I-SNP plans in Buena Vista County?
There are 4 I-SNP plans in 2026, covering 0 enrollees.
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 1
- Average Monthly Premium $27.00/mo
- Beneficiaries Enrolled 34
- $0 Premium C-SNPs 0
- Average MOOP $11,800
- Most Popular C-SNP UHC Complete Care IA-5 (C-SNP) with 34 enrollees
- C-SNPs Without Drug Coverage 0
| Health Plan Name | CMS Rating* | Premium Per Mo | Network | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| UHC Complete Care IA-5 | $27 | 5900.00 | $600 | H5253-180-0 |
What is the average monthly premium for C-SNP plans in Buena Vista County?
C-SNP plans in Buena Vista County cost $27.00 per month.
Which C-SNP plan has the highest enrollment in Buena Vista County?
The most popular C-SNP plan in Buena Vista County is UHC Complete Care IA-5 (C-SNP), with 34 enrollees.
How many C-SNP plans are available in Buena Vista County?
In 2026, Buena Vista County offers 1 C-SNP plans with 34 enrollees.
- 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
County-level figures shown on this page, including plan counts, enrollment totals, averages, and percentage distributions, reflect Medicare Special Needs Plans (SNP) only and are derived from CMS datasets using a standardized aggregation methodology.
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
- Medicare.gov, "Joining a plan" — Last accessed 21 May, 2025
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