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2027 Medicare Special Needs Plans in Avery County, NC

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For 2027, Avery County, NC includes 26 Medicare Special Needs Plans. Enrollment across these plans totals approximately 271, with 73% 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 Avery County, NC to explore additional plan types and coverage choices.

At a Glance

  • Average Monthly Premium: $2.88/mo
  • $0 Premium Plans: 19
  • Average MOOP: $8,908 ($9,250 max. Excludes zero-cost D-SNPs.)
  • Star Ratings (Plan Mix): 4+ Stars: 73% · 3 Stars: 27% · Below 3: 0%
  • Average Part D Deductible: $606.04
  • Total SNP Enrollment: 271
  • SNP Plans with the Highest Enrollment
    (as of October 5, 2026)
    1. UHC Dual Complete NC-Q1 (D-SNP) — 87 enrollees
    2. UHC Complete Care NC-25 (C-SNP) — 87 enrollees
    3. Healthy Blue + Medicare (D-SNP) — 21 enrollees

This page and its statistics covers Medicare Advantage Special Needs Plans (SNPs). Standard Medicare Advantage plans in Avery County, NC are summarized separately. For a broader perspective, explore North Carolina Medicare Special Needs plans.

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
19
Average Monthly Premium
$3.69/mo
Beneficiaries Enrolled
169
$0 Premium Plans
13
Zero Cost Plans
12
Top D-SNP by Enrollment
UHC Dual Complete NC-Q1 (D-SNP) — 87 enrollees
Plans without Drug Coverage
0
2027 D-SNP Medicare plans in Avery County, North Carolina (comparison chart)
SNP Plan Name Rating* Premium MOOP Rx Ded. Plan-ID
Alignment Health Duals+ 004
☆☆☆☆☆
 $13 9850.00 $700 H5296-004-0
DEVOTED DUAL 009 NC
☆☆☆☆☆
 $0 6750.00 $700 H5299-009-0
DEVOTED DUAL FULL 013 NC
☆☆☆☆☆
 $0 9850.00 $700 H5299-013-0
DEVOTED DUAL PLUS 006 NC
☆☆☆☆☆
 $0 9850.00 $700 H5299-006-0
Humana Dual Select H1036-307
☆☆☆☆☆
 $0 9850.00 $200 H1036-307-0
Humana Gold Plus SNP-DE H1036-167
☆☆☆☆☆
 $0 9850.00 $0 H1036-167-0
Humana Gold Plus SNP-DE H1036-331
☆☆☆☆☆
 $0 9850.00 $700 H1036-331-0
Humana Dual Select H5525-072
☆☆☆☆☆
 $13 9850.00 $700 H5525-072-0
HumanaChoice SNP-DE H5525-036
☆☆☆☆☆
 $0 9850.00 $550 H5525-036-0
UHC Dual Advantage NC-V1
☆☆☆☆☆
 $13 5900.00 $700 H5253-116-0
UHC Dual Complete NC-Q2
☆☆☆☆☆
 $0 9850.00 $700 H5253-217-1
UHC Dual Complete NC-S3
☆☆☆☆☆
 $4 9850.00 $700 H5253-216-1
Aetna Medicare Full Dual
☆☆☆☆☆
 $0 9850.00 $700 H3146-002-0
UHC Dual Complete NC-Q1
☆☆☆☆☆
 $0 9850.00 $700 H1889-005-0
UHC Dual Complete NC-S2
☆☆☆☆☆
 $0 9850.00 $700 H1889-034-0
Wellcare Carolina Complete Dual Liberty
☆☆☆☆☆
 $0 9850.00 $700 H4073-004-0
Wellcare Carolina Complete Dual Reserve
☆☆☆☆☆
 $13 9250.00 $700 H4073-003-0
Healthy Blue + Medicare
☆☆☆☆☆
 $13 9850.00 $700 H9147-001-0
Wellcare Carolina Complete Dual Liberty Open
☆☆☆☆☆
 $0 9850.00 $700 H1914-008-0

What is the average monthly premium for D-SNP plans in Avery County?

D-SNP plans in Avery County cost $3.69 per month.

Which D-SNP plan has the highest enrollment in Avery County?

The most popular D-SNP plan in Avery County is UHC Dual Complete NC-Q1 (D-SNP), with 87 enrollees.

How many D-SNP plans are available in Avery County?

In 2027, Avery County offers 19 D-SNP plans with 169 enrollees.

Medicare Chronic Condition Special Needs Plans (C-SNPs)

Chronic Condition Special Needs Plans (C-SNPs) are Medicare Advantage plans that limit enrollment to beneficiaries with certain chronic conditions identified under CMS eligibility guidelines.

Total C-SNP Plans
7
Average Monthly Premium
$0.69/mo
Beneficiaries Enrolled
102
$0 Premium C-SNPs
6
Average MOOP
$7,443
Most Popular C-SNP
UHC Complete Care NC-25 (C-SNP) with 87 enrollees
C-SNPs Without Drug Coverage
0
2027 C-SNP Medicare plans in Avery County, North Carolina (comparison chart)
SNP Plan Name Rating* Premium Network
Alignment Health Heart & Diabetes 011
☆☆☆☆☆
 $0 3400.00 $250 H5296-011-0
Alignment Health Heart & Diabetes Plus 009
☆☆☆☆☆
 $5 9850.00 $700 H5296-009-0
DEVOTED C-SNP ENHANCED 018 NC
☆☆☆☆☆
 $0 5600.00 $461 H5299-018-0
DEVOTED C-SNP GIVEBACK EXTRAS 034 NC
☆☆☆☆☆
 $0 7150.00 $700 H5299-034-0
DEVOTED C-SNP PLUS 015 NC
☆☆☆☆☆
 $0 9850.00 $461 H5299-015-0
Humana Gold Plus - Diabetes and Heart
☆☆☆☆☆
 $0 9850.00 $550 H1036-308-0
UHC Complete Care NC-25
☆☆☆☆☆
 $0 6400.00 $685 H5253-186-0
What is the most popular C-SNP plan in Avery County?

UHC Complete Care NC-25 (C-SNP) is the top C-SNP in Avery County, with 87 enrollees.

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

There are 7 C-SNP plans in 2027, covering 102 enrollees.

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.

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