Medicare Advantage plans in Hidalgo, NM, 2027
Hidalgo, New Mexico has 4 Medicare Advantage plans open to everyone for 2027 (4 in 2026) and 8 special needs plans, according to the CMS landscape files; 3 of the open plans have a $0 premium. Every plan that served the county in 2026 is still sold here in 2027.
What changes in Hidalgo for 2027?
| In the county | 2026 | 2027 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plans open to everyone | 4 | 4 | no change |
| Special needs plans | 6 | 8 | ▲up 2 |
| Plans with a $0 premium | 3 | 3 | no change |
| Plans that lower the Part B premium | 1 | 1 | no change |
| Median out-of-pocket limit | $5,050 | $5,175 | ▲up $125 |
Source: CMS Medicare Advantage and Part D landscape files for 2027 (Sept. 22, 2026, revised Sept. 30) and 2026 (Sept. 2, 2026 revision); CMS plan benefit package files, 2027 and 2026.
Which plans can anyone in Hidalgo join?
| Plan | Premium | Out-of-pocket limit | Part B reduction | 2026 stars |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AARP Medicare Advantage Essentials from UHC EP-1H2406-039 · PPO | $0 | $4,450 | none | 4 of 5 |
| AARP Medicare Advantage Extras from UHC EP-3H2406-121 · PPO | $0 | $5,900 | none | 4 of 5 |
| AARP Medicare Advantage Giveback from UHC EP-2H2406-119 · PPO | $0 | $9,850 | $67 | 4 of 5 |
| AARP Medicare Advantage from UHC EP-4H2406-135 · PPO | $66 | $4,200 | none | 4 of 5 |
Source: CMS Medicare Advantage and Part D landscape files for 2027 (Sept. 22, 2026, revised Sept. 30) and 2026 (Sept. 2, 2026 revision); CMS plan benefit package files, 2027 and 2026. Stars are the contract's 2026 rating. confirm on Medicare Plan Finder.
Which special needs plans are sold here?
Open only to people with Medicaid as well as Medicare, with certain chronic conditions, or living in an institution.
| Plan | Who can join | Premium |
|---|---|---|
| UHC Dual Advantage NM-V1H0294-051 | Dual-Eligible | $0 |
| Blue Cross Medicare Advantage Dual CareH3822-018 | Dual-Eligible | $0 |
| UHC Dual Complete NM-Q1H0294-050 | Dual-Eligible | $0 |
| UHC Dual Complete NM-S2H0294-052 | Dual-Eligible | $0 |
| UHC Complete Care Support EP-1AH2001-043 | Chronic or Disabling Condition | $0 |
| Presbyterian Dual PlusH3204-013 | Dual-Eligible | $0 |
| Blue Cross Medicare Advantage Dual Care PlusH3822-017 | Dual-Eligible | $0 |
| Molina Medicare Complete CareH7318-001 | Dual-Eligible | $6.30 |
Source: CMS Medicare Advantage and Part D landscape files for 2027 (Sept. 22, 2026, revised Sept. 30) and 2026 (Sept. 2, 2026 revision).
How many people in Hidalgo use Medicare Advantage?
614 of the county's 1,127 people with Medicare were in a Medicare Advantage plan in September 2026, 54.5%; in New Mexico as a whole the share is 50.7%.
Source: CMS Medicare Advantage state and county penetration, September 2026.
What else should you check?
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