Medicare Advantage plans in Harris, TX, 2027
Harris, Texas has 49 Medicare Advantage plans open to everyone for 2027 (69 in 2026) and 50 special needs plans, according to the CMS landscape files; 41 of the open plans have a $0 premium. 26 plans that served the county in 2026 end or leave it, with 26,999 members living here in September 2026.
What changes in Harris for 2027?
| In the county | 2026 | 2027 | Change |
|---|---|---|---|
| Plans open to everyone | 69 | 49 | ▼down 20 |
| Special needs plans | 45 | 50 | ▲up 5 |
| Plans with a $0 premium | 53 | 41 | ▼down 12 |
| Plans that lower the Part B premium | 26 | 12 | ▼down 14 |
| Median out-of-pocket limit | $6,700 | $6,000 | ▼down $700 |
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 Harris join?
| Plan | Premium | Out-of-pocket limit | Part B reduction | 2026 stars |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MedCare ClassicH5767-001 · HMO | $0 | $1,500 | none | not rated |
| Verda Noble CareH5163-001 · HMO | $0 | $1,599 | none | not rated (too little data) |
| SCAN Classic TexasH8902-010 · HMO | $0 | $2,900 | none | not rated (too little data) |
| Wellcare TexanPlus Classic SimpleH4506-003 · HMO-POS | $0 | $3,400 | none | 4 of 5 |
| Wellcare SimpleH0174-010 · HMO | $0 | $3,500 | none | 4 of 5 |
| SCAN Walmart Health AdvantageH8902-012 · HMO | $0 | $3,500 | none | not rated (too little data) |
| HealthSpring AllianceH4513-064 · HMO | $0 | $3,600 | none | 4.5 of 5 |
| Devoted Core 019 TXH7993-019 · HMO | $0 | $3,650 | none | 5 of 5 |
| Devoted Core 001 TXH7993-001 · HMO | $0 | $3,700 | none | 5 of 5 |
| Humana Gold PlusH0028-042 · HMO | $0 | $3,950 | none | 3.5 of 5 |
| Humana Gold PlusH0028-072 · HMO | $0 | $3,950 | none | 3.5 of 5 |
| Humana Total CompleteH4461-049 · HMO | $0 | $3,950 | none | 4 of 5 |
| Humana Total CompleteH4461-057 · HMO | $0 | $3,950 | none | 4 of 5 |
| HealthSpring PreferredH4513-061 · HMO | $0 | $4,000 | $5 | 4.5 of 5 |
| KelseyCare Advantage SignatureH0332-009 · HMO | $0 | $4,150 | none | 4.5 of 5 |
| HealthSpring CourageH4513-009 · HMO | $0 | $4,300 | $120 | 4.5 of 5 |
| Aetna Medicare Prime CareH4523-024 · HMO | $0 | $4,450 | none | 4 of 5 |
| Wellpoint Medicare Advantage Select 1H8849-009 · HMO-POS | $0 | $4,450 | none | 3.5 of 5 |
| KelseyCare Advantage CoreH0332-001 · HMO | $0 | $4,500 | none | 4.5 of 5 |
| Aetna Medicare EagleH3288-051 · PPO | $0 | $4,900 | $110 | 3.5 of 5 |
Show the other 29 plans, by premium
| Plan | Premium | Out-of-pocket limit | Part B reduction | 2026 stars |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AARP Medicare Advantage from UHC TX-001PH4514-014 · HMO-POS | $0 | $4,900 | none | 4 of 5 |
| Devoted Giveback Extras 114 TXH7993-114 · HMO | $0 | $5,600 | $70 | 5 of 5 |
| HumanaChoiceR4182-001 · Regional PPO | $0 | $6,000 | none | 3.5 of 5 |
| AARP Medicare Advantage from UHC TX-0009H4514-007 · HMO-POS | $0 | $6,700 | none | 4 of 5 |
| HumanaChoiceH5216-043 · PPO | $0 | $6,800 | none | 3.5 of 5 |
| Humana Value ChoiceH7617-057 · PPO | $0 | $6,800 | none | 4.5 of 5 |
| HealthSpring True ChoiceH7849-154 · PPO | $0 | $6,800 | none | 3 of 5 |
| KelseyCare Advantage FreedomH0332-004 · HMO-POS | $0 | $6,850 | none | 4.5 of 5 |
| AARP Medicare Advantage from UHC TX-0015H4527-037 · HMO-POS | $0 | $6,900 | none | 4.5 of 5 |
| Aetna Medicare SignatureH2293-016 · PPO | $0 | $7,150 | none | 4 of 5 |
| Aetna Medicare Signature ExtraH4523-015 · HMO | $0 | $7,150 | none | 4 of 5 |
| AARP Medicare Advantage Patriot No Rx TX-MA01H4527-024 · HMO-POS | $0 | $7,150 | $80 | 4.5 of 5 |
| HealthSpring Preferred SavingsH4513-083 · HMO | $0 | $7,200 | $143 | 4.5 of 5 |
| HealthSpring Preferred Extra SavingsH4513-091 · HMO | $0 | $7,500 | $176 | 4.5 of 5 |
| Humana USAA Honor GivebackH5216-348 · PPO | $0 | $7,900 | $135 | 3.5 of 5 |
| Humana USAA Honor GivebackH7617-062 · PPO | $0 | $7,900 | $135 | 4.5 of 5 |
| HumanaChoice GivebackH5216-358 · PPO | $0 | $8,300 | $81 | 3.5 of 5 |
| Humana Essentials Plus GivebackH7617-035 · PPO | $0 | $8,300 | $81 | 4.5 of 5 |
| Devoted Giveback 006 TXH7993-006 · HMO | $0 | $8,300 | $202 | 5 of 5 |
| Wellpoint Medicare Advantage 2H2593-029 · HMO-POS | $0 | $9,850 | none | 3.5 of 5 |
| Humana Gold ChoiceH8145-126 · PFFS | $0 | $9,850 | none | 3.5 of 5 |
| Devoted Premium 002 TXH7993-002 · HMO | $5 | $4,150 | none | 5 of 5 |
| Aetna Medicare Value PlusH3288-003 · PPO | $6.30 | $7,150 | none | 3.5 of 5 |
| AARP Medicare Advantage from UHC TX-4PH4514-022 · HMO-POS | $36 | $3,900 | none | 4 of 5 |
| HumanaChoiceR4182-004 · Regional PPO | $46 | $8,200 | none | 3.5 of 5 |
| HumanaChoiceH5216-042 · PPO | $62 | $6,750 | none | 3.5 of 5 |
| Aetna Medicare EnhancedH3288-047 · PPO | $65 | $9,850 | none | 3.5 of 5 |
| HumanaChoiceR4182-003 · Regional PPO | $100 | $8,200 | none | 3.5 of 5 |
| AARP Medicare Advantage from UHC TX-61R6801-012 · Regional PPO | $138 | $9,850 | none | 3.5 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 plans leave Harris in 2027?
Members of these plans here choose a 2027 plan during open enrollment, October 15 to December 7, 2026; choosing by December 31 means no gap; because their plan is leaving the county, they can still join until the end of February 2027, with coverage from the first of the next month. Each plan's page says what happens to its members.
Show the other 6 plans, by members
| 2026 plan | Members here, Sept. 2026 | For 2027 |
|---|---|---|
| Blue Cross Medicare Advantage Dual Care PlusH9706-002 | 38 | Not offered |
| Blue Cross Medicare Advantage PreferredH8634-033 | 24 | Not offered |
| Erickson Advantage Liberty no RxH5652-002 | 12 | Not offered |
| Erickson Advantage GuardianH5652-003 | fewer than 11 | Not offered |
| Erickson Advantage ChampionH5652-004 | fewer than 11 | Not offered |
| Erickson Advantage FreedomH5652-006 | fewer than 11 | Not offered |
Source: CMS plan crosswalk from 2026 to 2027 (Oct. 1, 2026); CMS monthly enrollment by plan and by county, September 2026 (CMS hides counts under 11); CMS Medicare Advantage and Part D landscape files for 2027 (Sept. 22, 2026, revised Sept. 30) and 2026 (Sept. 2, 2026 revision).
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 |
|---|---|---|
| MedCare FocusH5767-002 | Chronic or Disabling Condition | $0 |
| Verda Noble Chronic CareH5163-002 | Chronic or Disabling Condition | $0 |
| SCAN Balance TexasH8902-002 | Chronic or Disabling Condition | $0 |
| Wellpoint Kidney CareH2593-043 | Chronic or Disabling Condition | $0 |
| ProCare Advantage: Diabetes Care ManagementH3467-005 | Chronic or Disabling Condition | $0 |
| Wellcare Superior HealthPlan Dual ReserveH0174-022 | Dual-Eligible | $0 |
| Wellpoint Chronic Care SelectH8849-003 | Chronic or Disabling Condition | $0 |
| Wellpoint Lung Care SelectH8849-005 | Chronic or Disabling Condition | $0 |
| Humana Gold Plus: Diabetes and HeartH4461-067 | Chronic or Disabling Condition | $0 |
| UHC Complete Care TX-2PH4514-015 | Chronic or Disabling Condition | $0 |
| Devoted C-SNP Enhanced 030 TXH7993-030 | Chronic or Disabling Condition | $0 |
| Devoted C-SNP Giveback Extras 087 TXH7993-087 | Chronic or Disabling Condition | $0 |
| Aetna Medicare Chronic CareH4523-037 | Chronic or Disabling Condition | $0 |
| Humana Gold Plus SNP-DEH0028-032 | Dual-Eligible | $0 |
| Wellcare Superior HealthPlan Dual AccessH0174-004 | Dual-Eligible | $0 |
| Wellcare Superior HealthPlan Dual LibertyH0174-027 | Dual-Eligible | $0 |
| ProCare AdvantageH3467-001 | Institutional | $0 |
| ProCare Advantage: Kidney CareH3467-002 | Chronic or Disabling Condition | $0 |
| UHC Dual Complete TX-Y1H3868-001 | Dual-Eligible | $0 |
| UHC Dual Complete TX-Q6H3868-003 | Dual-Eligible | $0 |
Show the other 30 special needs plans
| Plan | Who can join | Premium |
|---|---|---|
| Humana Gold Plus SNP-DEH4461-071 | Dual-Eligible | $0 |
| Humana Gold Plus SNP-DEH4461-072 | Dual-Eligible | $0 |
| Humana Gold Plus: Diabetes and HeartH4461-085 | Chronic or Disabling Condition | $0 |
| HealthSpring TotalCareH4513-060 | Dual-Eligible | $0 |
| HealthSpring TotalCare PlusH4513-105 | Dual-Eligible | $0 |
| Aetna Medicare Full Dual Extra CareH4523-029 | Dual-Eligible | $0 |
| Aetna Medicare QMB Only Extra CareH4523-043 | Dual-Eligible | $0 |
| Aetna Medicare Chronic Care TotalH4523-049 | Chronic or Disabling Condition | $0 |
| Humana Together in HealthH5216-369 | Institutional | $0 |
| Molina Medicare Complete Care PlusH6515-004 | Dual-Eligible | $0 |
| Humana Together in HealthH7617-138 | Institutional | $0 |
| Devoted Dual 010 TXH7993-010 | Dual-Eligible | $0 |
| Devoted C-SNP Plus 031 TXH7993-031 | Chronic or Disabling Condition | $0 |
| Devoted Dual Full 040 TXH7993-040 | Dual-Eligible | $0 |
| Aetna Medicare Full Dual CareH8597-003 | Dual-Eligible | $0 |
| Aetna Medicare QMB Only CareH8597-006 | Dual-Eligible | $0 |
| Wellpoint Full Dual Advantage SelectH8849-022 | Dual-Eligible | $0 |
| Wellpoint Dual Advantage Plus SelectH8849-024 | Dual-Eligible | $0 |
| Wellpoint Dual Advantage SelectH8849-025 | Dual-Eligible | $0 |
| Community DualCare AlignedH9826-005 | Dual-Eligible | $0 |
| Community DualCare AccessH9826-006 | Dual-Eligible | $0 |
| UHC Dual Complete TX-S001R6801-011 | Dual-Eligible | $0 |
| Texas Independence Health Plan, Inc.H5015-001 | Institutional | $3.90 |
| MedCare ChoiceH5767-003 | Chronic or Disabling Condition | $6 |
| SCAN Walmart Medicare CompleteH8902-013 | Chronic or Disabling Condition | $6.30 |
| Texas Independence Community PlanH5015-002 | Institutional | $6.30 |
| UHC Nursing Home Plan TX-F001H0710-020 | Institutional | $6.30 |
| Provider Partners Texas Advantage PlanH4054-001 | Institutional | $6.30 |
| Wellpoint Chronic Care Advantage SelectH8849-029 | Chronic or Disabling Condition | $6.30 |
| UHC Complete Care TX-29R6801-009 | Chronic or Disabling Condition | $100 |
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 Harris use Medicare Advantage?
409,562 of the county's 666,617 people with Medicare were in a Medicare Advantage plan in September 2026, 61.4%; in Texas as a whole the share is 54.9%.
Source: CMS Medicare Advantage state and county penetration, September 2026.
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