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  4. Hardin County

2026 Medicare Special Needs Plans in Hardin County, IA

Last update: May 4, 2026. Enrollment data updated: May 2, 2026

For 2026, Hardin County, IA includes 13 Medicare Special Needs Plans. Enrollment across these plans totals approximately 312, with 40% rated 4 stars or higher.

  • 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: $39.59/mo
  • $0 Premium Plans: 1
  • Average MOOP: $7,258 ($9,250 max. Excludes zero-cost D-SNPs.)
  • Star Ratings (Plan Mix): 4+ Stars: 40% · 3 Stars: 60% · Below 3: 0%
  • Average Part D Deductible: $589.62
  • Total SNP Enrollment: 312
  • SNP Plans with the Highest Enrollment
    (as of May 2, 2026)
    1. UHC Dual Complete IA-S001 (D-SNP) — 188 enrollees
    2. UHC Complete Care IA-5 (C-SNP) — 37 enrollees
    3. Wellcare Dual Liberty Sync (D-SNP) — 25 enrollees

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
8
Average Monthly Premium
$28.15/mo
Beneficiaries Enrolled
259
$0 Premium Plans
1
Zero Cost Plans
7
Top D-SNP by Enrollment
UHC Dual Complete IA-S001 (D-SNP) — 188 enrollees
Plans without Drug Coverage
0
2026 D-SNP Medicare plans in Hardin County, Iowa (comparison chart)
Medicare SNP Plan CMS Stars* Premium/Mo MOOP Rx Ded. CMS 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
Wellcare Dual Access
☆☆☆☆☆
$29 9250.00 $615 H1862-004-0
Wellcare Dual Liberty Sync
☆☆☆☆☆
$32 9250.00 $615 H1862-003-0
Wellcare Dual Reserve
☆☆☆☆☆
$30 5000.00 $615 H1862-006-0
What is the average monthly premium for D-SNP plans in Hardin County?
D-SNP plans in Hardin County cost $28.15 per month.
Which D-SNP plan has the highest enrollment in Hardin County?
The most popular D-SNP plan in Hardin County is UHC Dual Complete IA-S001 (D-SNP), with 188 enrollees.
How many D-SNP plans are available in Hardin County?
In 2026, Hardin County offers 8 D-SNP plans with 259 enrollees.

Medicare Institutional Special Needs Plans (I-SNPs)

Institutional Special Needs Plans (I-SNPs) are Medicare Advantage plans for individuals in institutional or long-term care settings. Plan availability varies by county.

Total I-SNP Plans
4
Average Monthly Premium
$65.63/mo
Beneficiaries Enrolled
16
$0 Premium Plans
0
Average MOOP
$16,325
Top I-SNP by Enrollment
Iowa Health Advantage (I-SNP) — 16 enrollees
Plans without Drug Coverage
0
2026 I-SNP Medicare plans in Hardin County, Iowa (comparison chart)
Plan Name CMS Stars* Premium/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 average monthly premium for I-SNP plans in Hardin County?

I-SNP plans in Hardin County cost $65.63 per month.

Which I-SNP plan has the highest enrollment in Hardin County?

The most popular I-SNP plan in Hardin County is Iowa Health Advantage (I-SNP), with 16 enrollees.

How many I-SNP plans are available in Hardin County?

In 2026, Hardin County offers 4 I-SNP plans with 16 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
1
Average Monthly Premium
$27.00/mo
Beneficiaries Enrolled
37
$0 Premium C-SNPs
0
Average MOOP
$11,800
Most Popular C-SNP
UHC Complete Care IA-5 (C-SNP) with 37 enrollees
C-SNPs Without Drug Coverage
0
2026 C-SNP Medicare plans in Hardin County, Iowa (comparison chart)
Plan Name CMS Stars* Premium/Mo Network
UHC Complete Care IA-5
☆☆☆☆☆
$27 5900.00 $600 H5253-180-0
What is the total number of C-SNP plans in Hardin County?

There are 1 C-SNP plans in 2026, covering 37 enrollees.

How much do C-SNP plans cost in Hardin County?

The average C-SNP premium in Hardin County is $27.00 per month, with 0 plans offering $0 premiums.

What is the most popular C-SNP plan in Hardin County?

UHC Complete Care IA-5 (C-SNP) is the top C-SNP in Hardin County, with 37 enrollees.

What is the total number of C-SNP plans in Hardin County?

There are 1 C-SNP plans in 2026, covering 37 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

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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