Medicare Advantage Plans in Blount County, AL:
Your Complete 2026 Guide
For 2026, residents of Blount County, AL can choose from 37 Medicare Advantage plan options. Of these, 24 cost nothing beyond the Part B premium. Enrollment in the County stands at approximately 5,146, with 51% of plans achieving 4 stars or better. Special Needs Plans are not included in the figures shown above. Explore SNP options for Blount County, AL here.
Last update: . Enrollment data last updated: December 15, 2025
* CMS rates Medicare Advantage plans annually using a 5-star system. Data sources
Medicare Advantage PPO Plans
PPO, or Preferred Provider Organization, plans give Medicare beneficiaries the ability to see a wide range of providers. These plans cover in-network care at the lowest cost but also include the option to use out-of-network providers for a higher fee, offering added choice compared with other plan types.
| Plan Name | CMS Stars* | Premium/Mo | MOOP | Rx Ded. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Aetna Medicare Eagle Plus | $0 | $7,900 | N/A | |
| Aetna Medicare Signature Plus | $0 | $8,900 | $615 | |
| Aetna Medicare Value Plus | $23 | $9,250 | $615 | |
| Humana Value Plus H7617-089 | $28 | $3,000 | $615 | |
| HumanaChoice H7617-090 | $20 | $3,000 | $615 | |
| AARP Medicare Advantage from UHC AL-0004 | $0 | $6,700 | $600 | |
| Blue Advantage Choice | $0 | $6,150 | $325 | |
| Blue Advantage Complete | $36 | $5,900 | $200 | |
| Blue Advantage Premier | $163 | $2,900 | $0 | |
| DEVOTED CHOICE 001 AL | $0 | $6,200 | $375 | |
| DEVOTED CHOICE GIVEBACK 005 AL | $0 | $7,900 | $605 | |
| DEVOTED CHOICE MA ONLY 007 AL | $0 | $7,900 | N/A | |
| Humana USAA Honor Giveback | $0 | $4,150 | N/A | |
| Humana Value Plus H5216-179 | $28 | $3,000 | $615 | |
| HumanaChoice H5216-368 | $20 | $3,000 | $615 | |
| HumanaChoice R0110-017 | $0 | $4,650 | N/A | |
| HumanaChoice R0110-018 | $86 | $6,500 | $590 | |
| HealthSpring True Choice | $0 | $6,800 | $250 |
How many PPO plans are available in Blount, AL?
There are 18 PPO plans in 2026, covering 2,101 beneficiaries.
What is the average monthly premium for PPO plans in Blount?
The average PPO premium is $22.40, with 10 costing $0.
Medicare Advantage HMO Plans
With an HMO, you’ll typically get care from providers and facilities in the plan’s network. In exchange for this limitation, HMO plans usually feature lower monthly premiums and reduced cost-sharing, which can help enrollees better manage their healthcare expenses.
- Total HMO Plans
- 14
- Average Premium
- $9.93/mo
- Beneficiaries Enrolled
- 2,127
- $0 Premium HMOs
- 11
- Average MOOP
- $6,314
- Most Popular HMO
- VIVA Medicare Plus (HMO) with 1,277 enrollees
- HMOs Without Drug Coverage
- 3
| Plan Name | CMS Stars* | Premium/Mo | MOOP | Rx Ded. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HealthSpring Courage | $0 | $5,750 | N/A | |
| HealthSpring Preferred | $0 | $4,750 | $200 | |
| HealthSpring Preferred AL | $0 | $8,850 | $590 | |
| HealthSpring Preferred Full Savings | $0 | $5,600 | $500 | |
| HealthSpring Preferred Plus | $20 | $4,750 | $200 | |
| Humana Gold Plus H4461-078 | $0 | $6,100 | $590 | |
| Humana Gold Plus H4461-079 | $20 | $4,450 | $615 | |
| Humana USAA Honor Giveback | $0 | $4,150 | N/A | |
| VIVA Medicare Plus | $0 | $9,250 | $350 | |
| VIVA Medicare Premier | $99 | $6,500 | $200 | |
| VIVA Medicare Select | $0 | $9,250 | N/A | |
| DEVOTED CORE 001 AL | $0 | $5,500 | $375 | |
| DEVOTED GIVEBACK 002 AL | $0 | $6,750 | $605 | |
| Humana Gold Plus H5619-089 | $0 | $6,750 | $615 |
Which HMO plan do most beneficiaries choose in Blount?
VIVA Medicare Plus (HMO) is the most popular HMO plan in Blount, with 1,277 enrollees.
How many HMO options are offered without prescription drug coverage in Blount?
3 HMO plans in Blount do not include prescription drug coverage.
How many HMO plan options are available in Blount?
There are 14 HMO plans in 2026, covering 2,127 beneficiaries.
What is the typical premium for HMO plans in Blount?
The average HMO premium is $9.93, with 11 costing $0.
Medicare Advantage HMO-POS Plans
HMO Point-of-Service (HMO-POS) plans blend elements of HMO and PPO coverage. You can see providers outside the network, but out-of-network services typically cost more. This type of plan may appeal to people who like the lower costs of an HMO but also want occasional flexibility to go out of network.
- Total HMO-POS Plans 5
- Average Premium $14.20/mo
- Beneficiaries Enrolled 918
- $0 Premium HMO-POS 3
- Average MOOP $5,760
- Most Popular HMO-POS AARP Medicare Advantage from UHC AL-0003 (HMO-POS) with 717 enrollees
- HMO-POS Without Drug Coverage 1
| Plan Name | CMS Stars* | Premium/Mo | MOOP | Rx Ded. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AARP Medicare Advantage from UHC AL-0003 | $0 | $5,900 | $440 | |
| AARP Medicare Advantage from UHC AL-6 | $31 | $4,900 | $440 | |
| AARP Medicare Advantage from UHC AL-0001 | $0 | $6,700 | $600 | |
| AARP Medicare Advantage from UHC AL-0002 | $40 | $5,400 | $440 | |
| AARP Medicare Advantage Patriot No Rx AL-MA01 | $0 | $5,900 | N/A |
What is the typical premium for HMO-POS plans in Blount?
On average, HMO-POS plans in Blount cost $14.20 per month.
Which HMO-POS plan has the most members in Blount?
The leading HMO-POS in Blount is AARP Medicare Advantage from UHC AL-0003 (HMO-POS), with 717 members.
How many HMO-POS options are offered without prescription drug coverage in Blount?
There are 1 HMO-POS plans in Blount without Part D benefits.
How many HMO-POS options can beneficiaries choose from in Blount?
Blount offers 5 HMO-POS plans with 918 members.
The table below shows the quality ratings for Medicare Advantage plans offered in Blount County, AL for 2026.
| Rating Category | Number of Plans | Percent of Plans |
|---|---|---|
| 5 Stars | No 5-star plans available. | 0% |
| 4 Stars (includes 5 Stars) | 19 | 51% |
| 3 Stars | 18 | 49% |
| Below 3 Stars | 0 | 0% |
| Not Rated | 0 | 0% |
| Average Rating | 3.8 | |
For residents of Blount County, signing up for a Medicare Advantage plan isn’t just about benefits—it’s about timing. Learning the key enrollment periods ensures you don’t lose access to the coverage that works best for you.
Key Medicare Enrollment Periods
- Initial Enrollment Period (IEP): Beginning three months before you turn 65 and lasting until three months after, this is the initial chance to join Medicare. You may also select a Medicare Advantage plan if it fits your needs. Learn more
- Medicare Advantage Open Enrollment Period (MA OEP): Running from January 1 to March 31 each year, this period allows one change to your current Medicare Advantage coverage or a move back to Original Medicare. Learn more
- Annual Enrollment Period (AEP): Each fall, from October 15 to December 7, Medicare beneficiaries can review their coverage and make changes for the next plan year. Learn more
- Special Enrollment Periods (SEPs): Certain qualifying events, such as a change in residence or loss of existing coverage, may allow you to enroll in or change Medicare Advantage plans outside of the usual enrollment windows. Learn more
Enrollment Options Explained
- Licensed Agent Assistance: For one-on-one guidance, contact HealthCompare at 1-833-748-3201 (TTY 711). Agents are available Monday through Friday 5am–6pm and Saturday 6am–5pm PST.
- Contact the Plan Provider Directly: You may enroll through a plan provider’s website or speak with their customer support staff to complete your application.
- Use Medicare.gov: Visit Medicare.gov to shop for plans, review benefits, and submit your enrollment electronically.
The MA and MAPD plans on this page are available to people on Medicare enrolled in both Medicare Part A and Part B living in Blountsville, Cleveland, Hayden, Locust Fork, Oneonta, Remlap, and all other areas of Blount County, Alabama.
Plans Offered for Enrollment through Medicare.org
Medicare Advantage and Part D plans and benefits offered by the following carriers: Medicare Advantage and Part D plans and benefits offered by the following carriers: Aetna Medicare, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield, Aspire Health Plan, Baylor Scott & White Health Plan, Capital Blue Cross, Dean Health Plan, Devoted Health, Florida Blue Medicare, Freedom Health, GlobalHealth, Health Care Service Corporation, HealthSpring℠, HealthSun, Healthy Blue, Humana, Molina Healthcare, Mutual of Omaha, Medica Central Health Plan, Optimum HealthCare, Premera Blue Cross, SCAN Health Plan, Simply, UnitedHealthcare(R), Wellcare, WellPoint
CMS Plan IDs Presented
The Medicare Advantage plan pages listed in the tables above include localization to assist beneficiaries with plans available in their service area. However, most Part C plans are available in more than one service area, which can lead to confusion. The following list of CMS IDs links to our master plan pages without localization.
- CMS.gov, Landscape Source Files — Last accessed September 26, 2025
- CMS.gov, Medicare Part C & D Performance — Last accessed October 10, 2025
- CMS.gov, Plan Benefits Package — Last accessed October 13, 2025
- CMS.gov, Medicare Advantage/Part D Contract and Enrollment Data — Last accessed December 15, 2025
Some facts and percentages shown on this page (such as average premiums, distribution of plan types, and percentage of $0 premium plans) are calculated by Medicare.org using data from the CMS Landscape file, Plan Benefits Package (PBP) files and Part C & D Performance files. All underlying values originate from CMS, and calculations are refreshed whenever CMS issues updated data. Enrollment counts and rankings (such as Top 3 plans by enrollment) are derived from CMS monthly enrollment files and aggregated at the county level.
Medicare.org separates Medicare Advantage (MA/MAPD) plans and Special Needs Plans (SNPs) into different pages for clarity. As a result, plan counts, percentages, and other calculations shown here may differ from the aggregate totals published in the CMS Landscape files. All plan availability and benefit details originate from CMS.
Learn more about how we use CMS data.
- Medicare.gov, "Compare types of Medicare Advantage Plans" — Last accessed 25 May, 2025
- Medicare.gov, "Compare Original Medicare & Medicare Advantage" — Last accessed 25 May, 2025
- Medicare.gov, "Joining a plan" — Last accessed 25 May, 2025
Some facts and percentages shown on this page (such as average premiums, distribution of plan types, and percentage of $0 premium plans) are calculated by Medicare.org using data from the CMS Plan Benefits Package (PBP) files and Part C & D Performance files. All underlying values originate from CMS, and calculations are refreshed whenever CMS issues updated data.
To explore how 2026 Medicare Advantage plans available in Blount County compare with plans offered elsewhere, you can search the Medicare Advantage plan directory to review options nationwide using the same authoritative data sources.
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