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  4. Des Moines County

2027 Medicare Special Needs Plans in Des Moines County, IA

Last update: October 6, 2026.

Des Moines County, IA has 12 Medicare Special Needs Plans available in 2027. These plans serve approximately 727 beneficiaries, and roughly {stars_plus_percentage} achieve 4-star ratings or higher based on CMS data.

Most beneficiaries have access to several types of Medicare coverage beyond SNP plans. Visit Medicare Options in Des Moines County, IA to compare other coverage categories available in your area.

  • D-SNP Plans
  • C-SNP Plans
  • I-SNP Plans

At a Glance

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

Average Monthly Premium: $11.58/mo
$0 Premium Plans: 5
Average MOOP: $9,396 ($9,250 max. Excludes zero-cost D-SNPs.)
Star Ratings (Plan Mix): {star_mix}
Average Part D Deductible: $682.08
Total SNP Enrollment: 727
SNP Plans with the Highest Enrollment
(as of October 5, 2026)
1. UHC Dual Complete IA-S001 (D-SNP) — 511 enrollees
2. Wellcare Iowa Total Care Dual Liberty Sync (D-SNP) — 93 enrollees
3. HumanaChoice SNP-DE H5216-268 (D-SNP) — 67 enrollees

D-SNP Plans (Dual Eligible Special Needs Plans)

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

  • Total D-SNP Plans: 7
  • Average Monthly Premium: $8.83/mo
  • Beneficiaries Enrolled: 727
  • $0 Premium Plans: 3
  • Zero Cost Plans: 6
  • Top D-SNP by Enrollment: UHC Dual Complete IA-S001 (D-SNP) — 511 enrollees
  • Plans without Drug Coverage: 0
Comparison table of 2027 D-SNP Medicare Plans available in Des Moines County, Iowa
Special Needs Plan CMS Rating* Premium Per Mo MOOP PDP Ded. CMS Plan ID
HumanaChoice SNP-DE H5216-268
☆☆☆☆☆
$0 9850.00 $500 H5216-268-0
Molina Medicare Complete Care
☆☆☆☆☆
$1 9850.00 $700 H4367-002-0
UHC Dual Complete IA-S001
☆☆☆☆☆
$25 9850.00 $700 H0169-001-0
Wellcare Iowa Total Care Dual Access
☆☆☆☆☆
$25 9850.00 $700 H1862-004-0
Wellcare Iowa Total Care Dual Liberty Sync
☆☆☆☆☆
$0 9850.00 $700 H1862-003-0
Wellcare Iowa Total Care Dual Reserve
☆☆☆☆☆
$0 7100.00 $700 H1862-006-0
Wellpoint Full Dual Advantage
☆☆☆☆☆
$12 9850.00 $700 H0907-003-0
What is the most popular D-SNP plan in Des Moines County?

UHC Dual Complete IA-S001 (D-SNP) is the top D-SNP in Des Moines County, with 511 enrollees.

What is the total number of D-SNP plans in Des Moines County?

There are 7 D-SNP plans in 2027, covering 727 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.

  • Total I-SNP Plans: 3
  • Average Monthly Premium: $16.40/mo
  • Beneficiaries Enrolled: 0
  • $0 Premium Plans: 1
  • Zero Cost Plans:
  • Top I-SNP by Enrollment: — 0 enrollees
  • Plans without Drug Coverage: 0
Comparison table of 2027 I-SNP Medicare Plans available in Des Moines County, Iowa
Health Plan Name CMS Rating* Premium Per Mo Network
Humana Together in Health
☆☆☆☆☆
$0 9850.00 $700 H7617-118-0
Iowa Health Advantage
☆☆☆☆☆
$25 9850.00 $700 H6765-001-0
Iowa Health Advantage Choice
☆☆☆☆☆
$25 9850.00 $700 H6765-002-0
What is the total number of I-SNP plans in Des Moines County?

Des Moines County has 3 I-SNP plans for 2027, with 0 enrollees.

How much do I-SNP plans cost in Des Moines County?

The typical I-SNP premium in Des Moines County is $16.40, and 1 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
2
Average Monthly Premium
$14.00/mo
Beneficiaries Enrolled
0
$0 Premium C-SNPs
1
Average MOOP
$8,500
Most Popular C-SNP
with 0 enrollees
C-SNPs Without Drug Coverage
0
Comparison table of 2027 C-SNP Medicare Plans available in Des Moines County, Iowa
Health Plan Name CMS Rating* Premium Per Mo Network
UHC Complete Care IA-5
☆☆☆☆☆
$28 7150.00 $685 H5253-243-2
UHC Complete Care Support IA-1A
☆☆☆☆☆
$0 9850.00 $700 H5253-239-0

What is the typical premium for C-SNP plans in Des Moines County?

C-SNP plans in Des Moines County cost $14.00 per month.

Which C-SNP plan do most beneficiaries choose in Des Moines County?

The most popular C-SNP plan in Des Moines County is , with 0 enrollees.

How many Chronic Condition SNP plans are offered in Des Moines County?

In 2027, Des Moines County offers 2 C-SNP plans with 0 enrollees.

  • CMS.gov, Medicare Advantage & Special Needs Plan Landscape Source Files — Version: 202608
  • CMS.gov, Medicare Part C & D Performance Data — Version: 2026
  • CMS.gov, Medicare Advantage & Part D Contract and Enrollment Data — Version: 2026-08

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 .

  • CMS.gov, "Medicare Advantage Plan Fact Sheet" — Last accessed 20 August, 2026
  • Medicare.gov, "Your coverage options" — Last accessed 22 August, 2026
  • Medicare.gov, "Joining a plan" — Last accessed 24 August, 2026

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Page content independently curated and maintained by David W. Bynon, Editorial Steward, using a standardized, data-driven methodology for accurate, non-commercial Medicare plan interpretation and resolution.

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