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  4. Essex County

2027 Medicare Special Needs Plans in Essex County, NJ

Last update: October 5, 2026.

For 2027, Essex County, NJ includes 15 Medicare Special Needs Plans. Enrollment across these plans totals approximately 15,217, 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 Essex County, NJ to explore additional plan types and coverage choices.

  • 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: $20.56/mo
  • $0 Premium Plans: 8
  • Average MOOP: $9,267 ($9,250 max. Excludes zero-cost D-SNPs.)
  • Star Ratings (Plan Mix): 4+ Stars: 50% · 3 Stars: 50% · Below 3: 0%
  • Average Part D Deductible: $621.00
  • Total SNP Enrollment: 15,217
  • SNP Plans with the Highest Enrollment
    (as of October 5, 2026)
    1. UHC Dual Complete NJ-Y001 (D-SNP) — 8,381 enrollees
    2. Horizon NJ TotalCare (D-SNP) — 3,221 enrollees
    3. Wellpoint Full Dual Advantage (D-SNP) — 1,276 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
5
Average Monthly Premium
$19.90/mo
Beneficiaries Enrolled
14,277
$0 Premium Plans
1
Zero Cost Plans
5
Top D-SNP by Enrollment
UHC Dual Complete NJ-Y001 (D-SNP) — 8,381 enrollees
Plans without Drug Coverage
0
2027 D-SNP Medicare plans in Essex County, New Jersey (comparison chart)
Medicare SNP Plan CMS Stars* Premium/Mo MOOP Rx Ded. CMS ID
Horizon NJ TotalCare
☆☆☆☆☆
$36 9850.00 $700 H8298-001-0
Aetna Medicare FIDE
☆☆☆☆☆
$0 9850.00 $700 H6399-001-0
UHC Dual Complete NJ-Y001
☆☆☆☆☆
$4 9850.00 $700 H3113-005-0
Wellcare Fidelis Dual Align
☆☆☆☆☆
$28 9850.00 $700 H0913-013-0
Wellpoint Full Dual Advantage
☆☆☆☆☆
$31 9850.00 $700 H3240-013-0
What is the average monthly premium for D-SNP plans in Essex County?
D-SNP plans in Essex County cost $19.90 per month.
Which D-SNP plan has the highest enrollment in Essex County?
The most popular D-SNP plan in Essex County is UHC Dual Complete NJ-Y001 (D-SNP), with 8,381 enrollees.
How many D-SNP plans are available in Essex County?
In 2027, Essex County offers 5 D-SNP plans with 14,277 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
3
Average Monthly Premium
$69.63/mo
Beneficiaries Enrolled
507
$0 Premium Plans
0
Average MOOP
$8,067
Top I-SNP by Enrollment
UHC Nursing Home Plan EX-F003 (I-SNP) — 371 enrollees
Plans without Drug Coverage
0
2027 I-SNP Medicare plans in Essex County, New Jersey (comparison chart)
Plan Name CMS Stars* Premium/Mo Network
Longevity Health Plan
☆☆☆☆☆
$172 4500.00 $700 H9942-002-0
Longevity Health Plan
☆☆☆☆☆
$19 9850.00 $700 H9942-001-0
UHC Nursing Home Plan EX-F003
☆☆☆☆☆
$18 9850.00 $700 H0710-026-0

What is the average monthly premium for I-SNP plans in Essex County?

I-SNP plans in Essex County cost $69.63 per month.

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

The most popular I-SNP plan in Essex County is UHC Nursing Home Plan EX-F003 (I-SNP), with 371 enrollees.

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

In 2027, Essex County offers 3 I-SNP plans with 507 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
7
Average Monthly Premium
$0.00/mo
Beneficiaries Enrolled
433
$0 Premium C-SNPs
7
Average MOOP
$9,364
Most Popular C-SNP
Humana Gold Plus - Diabetes and Heart (C-SNP) with 361 enrollees
C-SNPs Without Drug Coverage
0
2027 C-SNP Medicare plans in Essex County, New Jersey (comparison chart)
Plan Name CMS Stars* Premium/Mo Network
Horizon Specialty Care
☆☆☆☆☆
$0 9850.00 $375 H8298-002-0
Humana Gold Plus - Diabetes and Heart
☆☆☆☆☆
$0 9350.00 $550 H6622-098-0
UHC Complete Care NJ-8
☆☆☆☆☆
$0 7150.00 $685 H0755-047-0
Wellpoint Kidney Care
☆☆☆☆☆
$0 9850.00 $105 H3240-017-0
DEVOTED C-SNP CHOICE ENHANCED 004 NJ
☆☆☆☆☆
$0 9850.00 $650 H1390-004-0
DEVOTED C-SNP CHOICE GIVEBACK EXTRAS 005 NJ
☆☆☆☆☆
$0 9650.00 $700 H1390-005-0
DEVOTED C-SNP CHOICE PLUS 003 NJ
☆☆☆☆☆
$0 9850.00 $650 H1390-003-0
What is the total number of C-SNP plans in Essex County?

There are 7 C-SNP plans in 2027, covering 433 enrollees.

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

The average C-SNP premium in Essex County is $0.00 per month, with 7 plans offering $0 premiums.

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

Humana Gold Plus - Diabetes and Heart (C-SNP) is the top C-SNP in Essex County, with 361 enrollees.

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

There are 7 C-SNP plans in 2027, covering 433 enrollees.

Primary CMS datasets used for this Medicare Special Needs Plan county resource.
Data Source Publisher CMS Version
Landscape Source Files Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services CY2027 Landscape (202609.1)
Medicare Part C & D Performance Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services 2027 Star Ratings Data Tables
Plan Benefits Package Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services PBP Benefits-2027
Monthly Enrollment by Contract/Plan/State/County Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services 2026-09

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.

Secondary Medicare references and explanatory resources.
Publisher Reference Last Accessed
Medicare.gov Understanding Medicare Advantage Plans 20 August, 2026
Medicare.gov Compare Original Medicare & Medicare Advantage 22 August, 2026
NCOA.org 5 Steps to Choosing the Right Medicare Plan for You 24 August, 2026

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