Medicare Advantage · Michigan · 2026 plan year

Medicare Advantage in Saginaw, MI

According to the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) 2026 Landscape and Star Ratings files, every Medicare Advantage plan available in Saginaw, MI for 2026 is ranked by CMS star rating, with premiums and benefits laid out plainly.

71
Plans available
4.5★
Best plan: Top-rated
$0
Lowest premium/mo
$28.08
Avg premium/mo
RSS updates for this county

The short answer

Saginaw has 71 Medicare Advantage plans for 2026, the best earns 4.5★ from CMS, 37 reach 4★ or higher, and 27 carry a $0 monthly premium.

71
plans to compare
4.5★
highest CMS rating here
27
$0-premium plans
37
plans rated 4★ or higher

Premiums shown are the monthly plan premium (Part C + D). Every enrollee also pays the standard Part B premium (about $202.90/mo in 2026). Confirm any plan's current details on Medicare.gov before enrolling.

What the CMS Plan Finder Shows for Saginaw, MI

Saginaw, MI (FIPS 26145): 71 individual Medicare Advantage plans available (employer-group plans excluded). Highest CMS Star rating: 4.5/5 via SIERRA HEALTH AND LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY, INC.. Plan-type mix: 40 Local PPO, 17 HMO POS, 14 HMO. Monthly plan premiums (Part C + D) range $0 – $291.30 (avg $28.08), with 27 $0-premium plans. 69 of 71 plans include Part D drug coverage. CMS Star Ratings methodology →

How to read these figures

The figures above come from the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services 2026 plan year file, which CMS publishes each autumn before the October 15 to December 7 open enrollment window. A county premium reflects only the Part C portion that a plan charges. Most enrollees still pay the standard Part B premium of about $202.90 a month on top of it, so a $0 plan is rarely free in practice. The CMS star rating runs from one to five and weights more than 40 measures, including how well a plan manages chronic conditions, how fast it answers member calls, and how members rate their own care. A plan that holds five stars earns a special enrollment period that lets people switch into it at almost any time of year. Premiums alone can mislead a shopper, because a low monthly cost often pairs with a higher deductible or a tighter provider network. Federal rules cap in-network out-of-pocket spending at $9,250 for 2026, which is why two plans with identical premiums can leave very different bills after a hospital stay. Read our methodology for how each value here is sourced and computed.

Where Saginaw sits on CMS quality

Average CMS star rating across the plans sold in this county, against every county with rated plans

3.82★ Top 43% higher than 57% of 3,121 US counties

2.5★–2.75★: 19 US counties (1%). Below this entry. 2.75★–3★: 5 US counties (0%). Below this entry. 3★–3.25★: 31 US counties (1%). Below this entry. 3.25★–3.5★: 164 US counties (5%). Below this entry. 3.5★–3.75★: 1,089 US counties (35%). Below this entry. 3.75★–4★: 1,344 US counties (43%). This entry sits in this band. 4★–4.25★: 351 US counties (11%). Above this entry. 4.25★–4.5★: 37 US counties (1%). Above this entry. 4.5★–4.75★: 3 US counties (0%). Above this entry. 4.75★–5★: 78 US counties (2%). Above this entry. This county 2.5★ 5★ every rated county, bucketed by value

Each bar is a band; taller bars hold more US counties. The dashed line + filled bar mark this entry. Hover or tap any bar for its full count, share, and where it sits relative to this entry.

Source CMS Medicare Advantage Star Ratings 2026 · 2026-09-01

All plans in Saginaw, ranked by CMS rating

#PlanInsurerTypePremium/moCMS stars
1Aetna Life Insurance Company (SNP)Aetna MedicareLocal PPO-4.5★
2Blue Care Network OF Michigan (SNP)Blue Care NetworkHMO POS-4.5★
3Emphesys Insurance Company (SNP)HumanaLocal PPO-4.5★
4Priority Health (SNP)Priority Health MedicareHMO POS$04.5★
5Priority Health (SNP)Priority Health MedicareHMO POS$04.5★
6Aetna Life Insurance Company (SNP)Aetna MedicareLocal PPO$04.5★
7Emphesys Insurance Company (SNP)HumanaLocal PPO$04.5★
8Emphesys Insurance Company (SNP)HumanaLocal PPO$04.5★
9Emphesys Insurance Company (SNP)HumanaLocal PPO$04.5★
10Bcbs OF Michigan Mutual Insurance Company (SNP)Blue Cross Blue Shield of MichiganLocal PPO$04.5★
11Sierra Health AND Life Insurance Company, Inc. (SNP)UnitedHealthcareLocal PPO$8.804.5★
12Priority Health (SNP)Priority Health MedicareHMO POS$8.804.5★
13Bcbs OF Michigan Mutual Insurance Company (SNP)Blue Cross Blue Shield of MichiganLocal PPO$35.004.5★
14Blue Care Network OF Michigan (SNP)Blue Care NetworkHMO$41.004.5★
15Priority Health (SNP)Priority Health MedicareHMO POS$43.004.5★
16Priority Health (SNP)Priority Health MedicareHMO POS$66.004.5★
17Bcbs OF Michigan Mutual Insurance Company (SNP)Blue Cross Blue Shield of MichiganLocal PPO$81.704.5★
18Blue Care Network OF Michigan (SNP)Blue Care NetworkHMO POS$123.604.5★
19Bcbs OF Michigan Mutual Insurance Company (SNP)Blue Cross Blue Shield of MichiganLocal PPO$154.204.5★
20Blue Care Network OF Michigan (SNP)Blue Care NetworkHMO POS$231.004.5★
21Bcbs OF Michigan Mutual Insurance Company (SNP)Blue Cross Blue Shield of MichiganLocal PPO$291.304.5★
22Health Alliance Plan OF Michigan (SNP)HAP Senior PlusHMO-4.0★
23Alliance Health AND Life Insurance Company (SNP)HAP Senior Plus (PPO)Local PPO$04.0★
24Alliance Health AND Life Insurance Company (SNP)HAP Senior Plus (PPO)Local PPO$04.0★
25Health Alliance Plan OF Michigan (SNP)HAP Senior PlusHMO$04.0★
26Health Alliance Plan OF Michigan (SNP)HAP Senior PlusHMO$04.0★
27Priority Health (SNP)Priority Health MedicareLocal PPO$04.0★
28Priority Health (SNP)Priority Health MedicareLocal PPO$04.0★
29Priority Health (SNP)Priority Health MedicareLocal PPO$04.0★
30Alliance Health AND Life Insurance Company (SNP)HAP Senior Plus (PPO)Local PPO$8.804.0★
31Alliance Health AND Life Insurance Company (SNP)HAP Senior Plus (PPO)Local PPO$8.804.0★
32Health Alliance Plan OF Michigan (SNP)HAP Senior PlusHMO$8.804.0★
33Health Alliance Plan OF Michigan (SNP)HAP Senior PlusHMO$8.804.0★
34Priority Health (SNP)Priority Health MedicareLocal PPO$49.004.0★
35Health Alliance Plan OF Michigan (SNP)HAP Senior PlusHMO POS$105.004.0★
36Priority Health (SNP)Priority Health MedicareLocal PPO$106.004.0★
37Alliance Health AND Life Insurance Company (SNP)HAP Senior Plus (PPO)Local PPO$165.004.0★
38Unitedhealthcare Insurance Company (SNP)UnitedHealthcareLocal PPO-3.5★
39Humana Insurance Company (SNP)HumanaLocal PPO-3.5★
40Unitedhealthcare Insurance Company (SNP)UnitedHealthcareLocal PPO$03.5★
41Unitedhealthcare Community Plan, Inc. (SNP)UnitedHealthcareHMO POS$03.5★
42Humana Insurance Company (SNP)HumanaLocal PPO$03.5★
43Humana Insurance Company (SNP)HumanaLocal PPO$03.5★
44Humana Insurance Company (SNP)HumanaLocal PPO$03.5★
45Humana Insurance Company (SNP)HumanaLocal PPO$03.5★
46Unitedhealthcare Community Plan, Inc. (SNP)UnitedHealthcareHMO POS$0.203.5★
47Unitedhealthcare Insurance Company (SNP)UnitedHealthcareLocal PPO$8.803.5★
48Unitedhealthcare Community Plan, Inc. (SNP)UnitedHealthcareHMO$8.803.5★
49Humana Insurance Company (SNP)HumanaLocal PPO$8.803.5★
50Humana Insurance Company (SNP)HumanaLocal PPO$8.803.5★
51Humana Insurance Company (SNP)HumanaLocal PPO$8.803.5★
52Priority Health Choice, Inc. (SNP)Priority Health MedicareHMO$8.803.5★
53Humana Insurance Company (SNP)HumanaLocal PPO$18.003.5★
54Unitedhealthcare Insurance Company (SNP)UnitedHealthcareLocal PPO$64.003.5★
55Meridian Health Plan OF Michigan, Inc. (SNP)WellcareLocal PPO-3.0★
56Meridian Health Plan OF Michigan, Inc. (SNP)WellcareLocal PPO$03.0★
57Aetna Health OF Michigan Inc. (SNP)Aetna MedicareHMO POS$03.0★
58Meridian Health Plan OF Michigan, Inc. (SNP)WellcareHMO POS$03.0★
59Meridian Health Plan OF Michigan, Inc. (SNP)WellcareHMO POS$03.0★
60Molina Healthcare OF Michigan, Inc. (SNP)Molina Healthcare of MichiganHMO$03.0★
61Mclaren Health Plan, Inc. (SNP)McLaren MedicareHMO$03.0★
62Mclaren Health Plan, Inc. (SNP)McLaren MedicareHMO$03.0★
63Meridian Health Plan OF Michigan, Inc. (SNP)WellcareLocal PPO$8.803.0★
64Aetna Health OF Michigan Inc. (SNP)Aetna MedicareHMO$8.803.0★
65Meridian Health Plan OF Michigan, Inc. (SNP)WellcareHMO POS$8.803.0★
66Meridian Health Plan OF Michigan, Inc. (SNP)WellcareHMO POS$8.803.0★
67Meridian Health Plan OF Michigan, Inc. (SNP)WellcareHMO POS$8.803.0★
68Mclaren Health Plan, Inc. (SNP)McLaren MedicareHMO$8.803.0★
69Plan 001-Local PPO-N/R
70Plan 002-Local PPO-N/R
71Longevity Health Plan OF Michigan, Inc. (SNP)Longevity Health PlanHMO$8.80N/R

Nationwide counties with similar Medicare Advantage markets

Data-derived peers across the CMS county landscape file: nearest enrollable plan count and nearest county-wide average CMS star rating. Not same-state neighbors or geographic containment.

Similar plan availability

Similar average CMS star rating

Choosing a plan in this county

Star rating first, then total cost, not the premium alone.

  • Shortlist the 4★+ plans above (37 here) - higher-rated plans manage chronic care and member service better. How star ratings work
  • Weigh total cost, not just premium: compare plan details using Medicare.gov before you enroll. Medicare Plan Compare
  • Check that your doctors and drugs are in-network before you enroll, and confirm the plan on Medicare.gov. Choosing a plan

Premiums shown are the monthly plan premium (Part C + D) from the CMS CY2026 Landscape file. Every enrollee also pays the standard Part B premium (about $202.90/mo in 2026). Always confirm current premiums, copays, and networks on Medicare.gov before enrolling.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many Medicare Advantage plans are available in Saginaw, MI?

There are 71 Medicare Advantage plans available in Saginaw, MI for the 2026 plan year, including 40 Local PPO, 17 HMO POS, 14 HMO. Counts are individual consumer plans (employer-group / EGHP offerings excluded). Plan availability is determined by CMS and individual insurers.

What is the best-rated Medicare Advantage plan in Saginaw?

The highest-rated plan in Saginaw has a CMS star rating of 4.5 out of 5 - SIERRA HEALTH AND LIFE INSURANCE COMPANY, INC.. Star ratings reflect quality measures including preventive care, chronic disease management, and member satisfaction.

How much do Medicare Advantage plans cost in Saginaw?

Monthly plan premiums (Part C + D combined) in Saginaw range from $0 to $291.30, averaging $28.08. 27 plans offer a $0 monthly premium. Every enrollee also pays the standard Part B premium (about $202.90/month in 2026) on top of the plan premium. Premiums are from the CMS CY2026 Landscape file; always confirm current details on Medicare.gov.

What types of Medicare Advantage plans are offered in Saginaw?

Saginaw has 40 Local PPO, 17 HMO POS, 14 HMO. HMO plans require in-network providers, PPO plans allow out-of-network visits at higher cost, and PFFS plans let you see any Medicare-accepting provider.

Important: PlainMedicare provides CMS data for informational purposes only. This is not medical or insurance advice. Plan availability, premiums, and benefits change annually. Always verify with Medicare.gov or call 1-800-MEDICARE before enrolling.
Data sourced from official public datasets. See our methodology for details. Retrieved and formatted by PlainMedicare