Medicare contract · plan years 2026 and 2027CMS landscape and crosswalk
Care Improvement Plus South Central Insurance Co. (H1278)
H1278Contract
A company of UnitedHealth Group, Inc., sold as UnitedHealthcare
8 plans in 2027 (19 in 2026) · 136,524 members in September 2026
Care Improvement Plus South Central Insurance Co. is the UnitedHealth Group, Inc. company that holds Medicare contract H1278, sold as UnitedHealthcare. In 2027 it offers 8 plans (19 in 2026); 11 of its 2026 plans are not offered in 2027. 136,524 people were in its plans in September 2026.
What plans does H1278 offer for 2027?
| Plan | Type | Monthly premium | Out-of-pocket limit | Area | For 2027 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AARP Medicare Advantage from UHC TX-0001H1278-003 | PPO | $0 | $7,150 | 31 counties | renews |
| AARP Medicare Advantage from UHC TX-0004H1278-010 | PPO | $37 | $6,700 | 8 counties | renews |
| AARP Medicare Advantage from UHC TX-0007H1278-015 | PPO | $10 | $7,150 | 30 counties | renews |
| AARP Medicare Advantage from UHC TX-0008H1278-016 | PPO | $32 | $7,150 | 6 counties | renews |
| AARP Medicare Advantage Patriot No Rx NE-MA01H1278-018 | PPO | $0 | $7,150 | 13 counties | renews in fewer counties |
| AARP Medicare Advantage from UHC NE-0002H1278-020 | PPO | $61 | $7,150 | 13 counties | renews in fewer counties |
| AARP Medicare Advantage Giveback from UHC TX-34H1278-024 | PPO | $0 | $9,850 | 18 counties | renews |
| AARP Medicare Advantage Patriot No Rx TX-MA05H1278-027 | PPO | $0 | $7,150 | 14 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 |
|---|---|---|
| AARP Medicare Advantage from UHC TX-0005H1278-013 | 34,336 | 27 |
| AARP Medicare Advantage from UHC TX-0006H1278-014 | 15,638 | 14 |
| AARP Medicare Advantage from UHC TX-0003H1278-005 | 6,766 | 9 |
| AARP Medicare Advantage Patriot No Rx WA-MA01H1278-031 | 5,244 | 13 |
| AARP Medicare Advantage from UHC WA-0002H1278-029 | 5,172 | 6 |
| AARP Medicare Advantage Giveback from UHC TX-31H1278-021 | 3,821 | 14 |
| AARP Medicare Advantage from UHC WA-0004H1278-032 | 3,115 | 6 |
| AARP Medicare Advantage from UHC WA-0003H1278-030 | 3,046 | 7 |
| AARP Medicare Advantage Patriot No Rx TX-MA06H1278-025 | 1,139 | 16 |
| AARP Medicare Advantage from UHC WA-0001H1278-028 | 806 | 1 |
| AARP Medicare Advantage Patriot No Rx TX-MA04H1278-026 | 534 | 9 |
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 3.5 of 5 (health plan 3.5 of 5, drug plan 3.5 of 5). Of its 40 rated measures, the lowest and the highest:
| Lowest-rated measures | Stars |
|---|---|
| Diabetes Care – Eye Exam | 2 |
| Improving Bladder Control | 2 |
| Statin Therapy for Patients with Cardiovascular Disease | 2 |
| Transitions of Care | 2 |
| Highest-rated measures | Stars |
|---|---|
| Medication Adherence for Diabetes Medications | 5 |
| Complaints about the Drug Plan | 5 |
| Call Center – Foreign Language Interpreter and TTY Availability | 5 |
| Call Center – Foreign Language Interpreter and TTY Availability | 5 |
Source: CMS Part C and D Star Ratings data tables, 2026 (October 2025).
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