2026 Medicare Special Needs Plans in Harris County, TX
Last update: . Enrollment data updated: June 13, 2026
In Harris County, TX, there are 45 Medicare Special Needs Plans available for 2026. Approximately 86,327 beneficiaries are enrolled, and about 61% 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 Harris County, TX to explore other types of coverage available locally.
D-SNP Plans (Dual Eligible Special Needs Plans)
Dual Eligible Special Needs Plans (D-SNPs) in Harris County are Medicare Advantage plans for individuals eligible for both Medicare and Medicaid.
- Total D-SNP Plans: 24
- Average Monthly Premium: $2.72/mo
- Beneficiaries Enrolled: 67,057
- $0 Premium Plans: 9
- Zero Cost Plans: 17
- Top D-SNP by Enrollment: Wellpoint Full Dual Advantage (D-SNP) — 15,516 enrollees
- Plans without Drug Coverage: 0
What is the total number of D-SNP plans in Harris County?
There are 24 D-SNP plans in 2026, covering 67,057 enrollees.
How much do D-SNP plans cost in Harris County?
The average D-SNP premium in Harris County is $2.72 per month, with 9 plans offering $0 premiums.
What is the most popular D-SNP plan in Harris County?
Wellpoint Full Dual Advantage (D-SNP) is the top D-SNP in Harris County, with 15,516 enrollees.
What is the total number of D-SNP plans in Harris County?
There are 24 D-SNP plans in 2026, covering 67,057 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.
| Health Plan Name | CMS Rating* | Premium Per Mo | Network | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Erickson Advantage Guardian | $0 | 1000.00 | $0 | H5652-003-0 | |
| Texas Independence Community Plan | $5 | 9250.00 | $615 | H5015-002-0 | |
| Texas Independence Health Plan, Inc. | $5 | 9250.00 | $615 | H5015-001-0 | |
| UHC Nursing Home Plan TX-F001 | $5 | 9250.00 | $615 | H0710-020-0 | |
| Provider Partners Texas Advantage Plan | $5 | 9250.00 | $615 | H4054-001-0 | |
| Humana Together in Health | $0 | 9250.00 | $610 | H5216-369-0 | |
| ProCare Advantage | $5 | 9250.00 | $615 | H3467-001-0 |
What is the most popular I-SNP plan in Harris County?
UHC Nursing Home Plan TX-F001 (I-SNP) is the top I-SNP in Harris County, with 312 enrollees.
What is the total number of I-SNP plans in Harris County?
There are 7 I-SNP plans in 2026, covering 747 enrollees.
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 14
- Average Monthly Premium $17.76/mo
- Beneficiaries Enrolled 18,523
- $0 Premium C-SNPs 10
- Average MOOP $9,100
- Most Popular C-SNP UHC Complete Care TX-2P (C-SNP) with 6,225 enrollees
- C-SNPs Without Drug Coverage 0
| Health Plan Name | CMS Rating* | Premium Per Mo | Network | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| DEVOTED C-SNP PLUS 031 TX | $5 | 9250.00 | $615 | H7993-031-0 | |
| DEVOTED C-SNP PREMIUM 030 TX | $5 | 4450.00 | $615 | H7993-030-0 | |
| Erickson Advantage Champion | $182 | 3400.00 | $270 | H5652-004-0 | |
| Aetna Medicare Prime Chronic Care | $0 | 6750.00 | $615 | H4523-037-0 | |
| Humana Gold Plus - Diabetes and Heart | $0 | 3500.00 | $615 | H4461-067-0 | |
| UHC Complete Care TX-2P | $0 | 4500.00 | $440 | H4514-015-0 | |
| UHC Complete Care Support TX-1A | $0 | 9250.00 | $584 | R6801-008-0 | |
| UHC Complete Care TX-29 | $57 | 7900.00 | $600 | R6801-009-0 | |
| Wellpoint Chronic Care | $0 | 3400.00 | $75 | H8849-003-0 | |
| Wellpoint Kidney Care | $0 | 2900.00 | $275 | H2593-043-0 | |
| Wellpoint Lung Care | $0 | 3400.00 | $75 | H8849-005-0 | |
| SCAN Balance Texas | $0 | 2000.00 | $0 | H8902-002-0 | |
| SCAN Strive Texas | $0 | 2000.00 | $615 | H8902-009-0 | |
| Verda Noble Chronic Care | $0 | 999.00 | $300 | H5163-002-0 |
What is the average monthly premium for C-SNP plans in Harris County?
C-SNP plans in Harris County cost $17.76 per month.
Which C-SNP plan has the highest enrollment in Harris County?
The most popular C-SNP plan in Harris County is UHC Complete Care TX-2P (C-SNP), with 6,225 enrollees.
How many C-SNP plans are available in Harris County?
In 2026, Harris County offers 14 C-SNP plans with 18,523 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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