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  4. Dorchester County

2026 Medicare Special Needs Plans in Dorchester County, MD

Last update: May 10, 2026. Enrollment data updated: June 13, 2026

In Dorchester County, MD, there are 9 Medicare Special Needs Plans available for 2026. Approximately 633 beneficiaries are enrolled, and about 0% 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 Dorchester County, MD to explore other types of coverage available locally.

  • D-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
$17.08/mo
Plans with $0 Premium
3
Average MOOP Limit
$8,070 ($9,250 max. Excludes zero-cost D-SNPs.)
Star Ratings (Plan Mix)
4+ Stars: 0% · 3 Stars: 100% · Below 3: 0%
Average Part D Deductible
$615.00
Total SNP Enrollment
633
SNP Plans with the Highest Enrollment
(as of June 13, 2026)
1. CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield Advantage DualPrime (D-SNP) — 213 enrollees
2. Alterwood Advantage Dual Secure (D-SNP) — 112 enrollees
3. UHC Dual Complete MD-S002 (D-SNP) — 91 enrollees

D-SNP Plans (Dual Eligible Special Needs Plans)

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

  • Total D-SNP Plans: 6
  • Average Monthly Premium: $15.22/mo
  • Beneficiaries Enrolled: 633
  • $0 Premium Plans: 2
  • Zero Cost Plans: 4
  • Top D-SNP by Enrollment: CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield Advantage DualPrime (D-SNP) — 213 enrollees
  • Plans without Drug Coverage: 0
Comparison table of 2026 D-SNP Medicare Plans available in Dorchester County, Maryland
Special Needs Plan CMS Rating* Premium Per Mo MOOP PDP Ded. CMS Plan ID
Alterwood Advantage Dual Secure
☆☆☆☆☆
$28 9250.00 $615 H9306-004-0
Alterwood Advantage Dual Value
☆☆☆☆☆
$31 9250.00 $615 H9306-007-0
HumanaChoice SNP-DE H5216-377
☆☆☆☆☆
$28 9250.00 $615 H5216-377-0
HumanaChoice SNP-DE H5216-459
☆☆☆☆☆
$0 9250.00 $615 H5216-459-0
UHC Dual Complete MD-S002
☆☆☆☆☆
$4 9250.00 $615 H7464-008-1
CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield Advantage DualPrime
☆☆☆☆☆
$0 8850.00 $615 H8854-002-0
What is the total number of D-SNP plans in Dorchester County?

There are 6 D-SNP plans in 2026, covering 633 enrollees.

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

The average D-SNP premium in Dorchester County is $15.22 per month, with 2 plans offering $0 premiums.

What is the most popular D-SNP plan in Dorchester County?

CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield Advantage DualPrime (D-SNP) is the top D-SNP in Dorchester County, with 213 enrollees.

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

There are 6 D-SNP plans in 2026, covering 633 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
$20.80/mo
Beneficiaries Enrolled
0
$0 Premium Plans
1
Average MOOP
$14,833
Top I-SNP by Enrollment
— 0 enrollees
Plans without Drug Coverage
0
Comparison table of 2026 I-SNP Medicare Plans available in Dorchester County, Maryland
Health Plan Name CMS Rating* Premium Per Mo Network
Provider Partners Maryland Advantage Plan
☆☆☆☆☆
$31 9250.00 $615 H8067-001-0
Provider Partners Maryland Community Plan
☆☆☆☆☆
$0 3750.00 $615 H8067-003-0
Provider Partners Maryland Essential Plan
☆☆☆☆☆
$31 9250.00 $615 H8067-004-0
What is the most popular I-SNP plan in Dorchester County?

is the top I-SNP in Dorchester County, with 0 enrollees.

What is the total number of I-SNP plans in Dorchester County?

There are 3 I-SNP plans in 2026, covering 0 enrollees.

  • CMS.gov, Medicare Advantage Landscape Source Files — Last accessed June 13, 2026
  • CMS.gov, Medicare Part C & D Performance Data — Last accessed June 13, 2026
  • CMS.gov, Medicare Advantage & Part D Contract and Enrollment Data — Last accessed June 13, 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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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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