CMS Medicare Advantage · Star Ratings 2026
Compare Medicare Advantage plans by quality, not just price
According to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), 5,767 Medicare Advantage plans carry a 2026 star rating. We rank every one by that CMS score, with monthly premiums, drug coverage, plan type, and dental, vision & hearing benefits laid out plainly, and our full methodology public. Free, no account, no lead-gen.
- 892
- Plan contracts
- 3,188
- Counties covered
- 292
- Insurers
- 58.1%
- Rated 4★ or higher
The national picture
Of 5,767 rated Medicare Advantage plans for 2026, 58.1% earn 4 stars or higher, but 1,016 plans are too new or too small to carry a rating yet.
- 58.1%
- of rated plans are 4★ or higher
- 253
- 5-star plans nationwide
- 3.9★
- average rating, rated plans
- 3,188
- counties with plans to compare
Star ratings are set yearly by CMS across 40+ quality measures. A 5-star plan can be joined almost any time of year through a special enrollment period.
Quality distribution
How 5,767 plans split by CMS star rating
National average CMS star rating
Share of 5,767 rated plans; 1,016 additional plans are not yet rated. Source: CMS Medicare Advantage Star Ratings, 2026.
Browse Plans by State
All states →Top-Rated Plans (4.5+ Stars)
Full rankings →| # | Plan | Type | State | CMS stars |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Devoted Health Plan OF Florida, Inc. Devoted Health | HMO | FL | 5.0★ |
| 2 | Devoted Health Plan OF Florida, Inc. Devoted Health | HMO | FL | 5.0★ |
| 3 | Devoted Health Plan OF Florida, Inc. Devoted Health | HMO | FL | 5.0★ |
| 4 | Devoted Health Plan OF Florida, Inc. Devoted Health | HMO | FL | 5.0★ |
| 5 | Devoted Health Plan OF Florida, Inc. Devoted Health | HMO | FL | 5.0★ |
| 6 | Devoted Health Plan OF Florida, Inc. Devoted Health | HMO | FL | 5.0★ |
| 7 | Devoted Health Plan OF Florida, Inc. Devoted Health | HMO | FL | 5.0★ |
| 8 | Devoted Health Plan OF Florida, Inc. Devoted Health | HMO | FL | 5.0★ |
| 9 | Devoted Health Plan OF Florida, Inc. Devoted Health | HMO | FL | 5.0★ |
| 10 | Devoted Health Plan OF Florida, Inc. Devoted Health | HMO | FL | 5.0★ |
Medicare Advantage Guides
How to Choose a Medicare Advantage Plan in 2026
Step-by-step guide to evaluating plans by star rating, network, and benefits.
Understanding Medicare Advantage Star Ratings
What the CMS 1–5 star scale means and how it affects your plan quality.
Medicare Advantage Dental, Vision & Hearing Benefits
What supplemental benefits Medicare Advantage plans must and may cover.
Medicare Advantage vs Original Medicare
Key differences in coverage, cost, and flexibility to help you decide.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Medicare Advantage?
Medicare Advantage (Part C) is an alternative to Original Medicare offered by private insurance companies approved by CMS. Plans must cover all services that Original Medicare covers and often include extra benefits like dental, vision, hearing, and prescription drugs.
What do CMS star ratings mean?
CMS rates Medicare Advantage plans on a 1–5 star scale each year based on quality measures including preventive screenings, chronic disease management, member satisfaction, and customer service. Plans rated 4 or 5 stars qualify for bonus payments and may offer enhanced benefits.
Where does PlainMedicare data come from?
All data comes from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) Medicare Advantage 2026 plan data, including the Star Ratings dataset and the Plan Finder benefit data. PlainMedicare is not affiliated with CMS or Medicare.
How do I compare Medicare Advantage plans?
Browse by your state, then find your county to see all plans available where you live. Compare CMS star ratings, drug coverage, plan type, and supplemental benefits like dental and vision. Always confirm current plan details directly with the insurer during the enrollment period.
PlainMedicare displays CMS plan data for comparison purposes only and does not constitute insurance, medical, or financial advice. Plan benefits and availability change annually. Verify current details with your insurer or visit Medicare.gov during Open Enrollment.
Related Guides
Editorial context for the PlainMedicare dataset, methodology, comparisons, and deep dives into Medicare Advantage quality data.
How to Choose a Medicare Advantage Plan in 2026
In-depth guide with context and practical steps.
How to Compare Medicare Advantage Plans in Your County
In-depth guide with context and practical steps.
Medicare Advantage Dental, Vision & Hearing Benefits
In-depth guide with context and practical steps.
About this data
How PlainMedicare works, and why you can trust these numbers
What this site is
PlainMedicare is a free reference for comparing Medicare Advantage plans by state and county: CMS star ratings, premiums, drug coverage, and supplemental benefits. PlainMedicare is not affiliated with CMS or Medicare.
Editorial process
- Source. Download the CMS Star Ratings Data Tables, CY Landscape Source File (plan premiums), Plan Benefit Package files, and Medicare Part D drug-spending data directly from CMS.
- Verify. Reproduce star ratings, premiums, and benefit details exactly as CMS publishes them, and map drug names using the National Library of Medicine's RxNorm reference before joining to plan formularies.
- Publish. Build a per-state, per-county, and per-plan page linking back to the source CMS file so readers can audit our figures against the original release.
Editorial independence & corrections
The PlainMedicare editorial team is independent and accepts no payment, sponsorship, or promoted placement from any insurer. Found an error or a stale figure? File a correction via the contact page; we respond within 72 hours and publish corrections with a visible revision note. See our methodology for full source attribution and refresh cadence.
Frequently asked
What is Medicare Advantage?
Medicare Advantage (Part C) is an alternative to Original Medicare offered by private insurance companies approved by CMS. Plans must cover all services that Original Medicare covers and often include extra benefits like dental, vision, hearing, and prescription drugs.
What do CMS star ratings mean?
CMS rates Medicare Advantage plans on a 1–5 star scale each year based on quality measures including preventive screenings, chronic disease management, member satisfaction, and customer service. Plans rated 4 or 5 stars qualify for bonus payments and may offer enhanced benefits.
Where does PlainMedicare data come from?
All data comes from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) Medicare Advantage 2026 plan data, including the Star Ratings dataset and the Plan Finder benefit data. PlainMedicare is not affiliated with CMS or Medicare.
How do I compare Medicare Advantage plans?
Browse by your state, then find your county to see all plans available where you live. Compare CMS star ratings, drug coverage, plan type, and supplemental benefits like dental and vision. Always confirm current plan details directly with the insurer during the enrollment period.