Medicare contract · plan years 2026 and 2027CMS landscape and crosswalk
Health First Health Plans (H1099)
H1099Contract
A company of Health First Shared Services, Inc., sold as Health First Health Plans, Inc.
7 plans in 2027 (11 in 2026) · 37,117 members in September 2026
Health First Health Plans is the Health First Shared Services, Inc. company that holds Medicare contract H1099, sold as Health First Health Plans, Inc.. In 2027 it offers 7 plans (11 in 2026); 4 of its 2026 plans are not offered in 2027. 37,117 people were in its plans in September 2026.
What plans does H1099 offer for 2027?
| Plan | Type | Monthly premium | Out-of-pocket limit | Area | For 2027 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Health First ClassicH1099-001 | HMO-POS | $90 | $3,600 | 2 counties | renews |
| Health First ValueH1099-006 | HMO | $25 | $3,900 | 2 counties | renews |
| Health First SecureH1099-009 | HMO | $0 | $3,900 | 2 counties | renews |
| Health First RewardsH1099-014 | HMO | $0 | $4,100 | 2 counties | renews |
| Health First SunSaverH1099-016 | HMO | $0 | $3,900 | 2 counties | renews in fewer counties |
| Health First Emerald PlusH1099-026 | HMO | $0 | $4,700 | 1 county | renews |
| Health First Emerald PlusH1099-028 | HMO | $0 | $4,200 | 2 counties | renews in fewer counties |
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 crosswalk from 2026 to 2027 (Oct. 1, 2026).
Which of its plans end?
| 2026 plan | Members, Sept. 2026 | Counties in 2026 |
|---|---|---|
| Health First Emerald PlusH1099-024 | 988 | 7 |
| Health First Complete CareH1099-023 | 401 | 7 |
| Health First Premier AccessH1099-027 | 44 | 3 |
| Health First Premier AccessH1099-025 | 34 | 7 |
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).
How did CMS rate it for 2026?
The overall rating is 4.5 of 5 (health plan 4.5 of 5, drug plan 3.5 of 5). Of its 40 rated measures, the lowest and the highest:
| Lowest-rated measures | Stars |
|---|---|
| Improving or Maintaining Mental Health | 2 |
| Special Needs Plan (SNP) Care Management | 2 |
| Medication Reconciliation Post-Discharge | 2 |
| Medication Adherence for Cholesterol (Statins) | 2 |
| Highest-rated measures | Stars |
|---|---|
| Medication Adherence for Hypertension (RAS antagonists) | 5 |
| Medication Adherence for Diabetes Medications | 5 |
| MPF Price Accuracy | 5 |
| Rating of Drug Plan | 5 |
Source: CMS Part C and D Star Ratings data tables, 2026 (October 2025).
What else should you check?
- All Health First Health Plans, Inc. plansEvery contract of the brand
- Star ratings of every contractThe 2026 ratings, and 2027 when CMS publishes them
- Find a plan by its IDFrom the card or a letter