HMO · Special Needs Plan · Contract H1587 · 2026
Arkansas Superior Select, Inc.
Arkansas Superior Select, Inc. is a HMO Medicare Advantage plan from Tribute Health Plans, available in 1 state. Here is its CMS quality rating, drug coverage, and benefits.
- N/R
- Overall CMS rating
- $8.90
- Premium/mo
- 4.0★
- Above average
- 1
- States available
Arkansas Superior Select, Inc. plan score
A single 0-100 verdict combining Arkansas Superior Select, Inc.'s nationwide standing on 3 of 4 CMS-filed measures: quality, affordability, cost protection, and supplemental-benefit richness, each from its own CMS source file. A missing filing drops out and redistributes its weight rather than deflating the score.
49/100
Percentile-weighted across 3 of 4 measures
- CMS quality (star rating)
- N/A not on file
- Affordability (premium)
- B 8.9 $/mo
84th percentile nationwide
- Cost protection (deductible)
- F 615 $/yr
0th percentile nationwide
- Benefit richness (supplemental coverage)
- D 4 benefits
43th percentile nationwide
Benchmarked live against every plan or plan-county row reporting each measure in the current CMS extract (CY2026 Star Ratings, Landscape file, and Plan Benefit Package). Not a CMS-endorsed score; PlainMedicare's own weighting (quality 40%, affordability 25%, cost protection 15%, benefit richness 20%).
What the CMS Data Shows About Arkansas Superior Select, Inc.
Arkansas Superior Select, Inc. operates under CMS contract H1587, issued by Tribute Health Plans (parent organization Select Founders, LLC). The contract is classified as a HMO product, which governs how enrollees access care: HMOs require in-network providers and referrals for most specialist care, trading network flexibility for lower cost-sharing. This contract is also flagged in CMS data as a Special Needs Plan (SNP), meaning enrollment is restricted to beneficiaries meeting specific eligibility criteria, chronic condition, dual Medicare-Medicaid status, or institutional residence. Service area spans 1 state (AR) and more than 40 counties, a geography set at the CMS service-area definition level.
The overall CMS Star Rating for this contract is not yet published by CMS. This rating synthesizes 21 individual quality measures spanning 8 CMS domains, including clinical outcomes, patient experience (CAHPS), member complaints and appeals, and plan operations. The Part D drug-benefit portion of this contract carries a separate CMS Star Rating of 4.0, which reflects pharmacy cost, adherence to chronic medications, and drug pricing accuracy. Ratings at 4+ stars trigger federal Quality Bonus Payments that insurers typically reinvest in supplemental benefits.
On costs, this contract lists a monthly plan premium of $8.90 (Part C + D combined) and an annual Part D drug deductible of $615.00, from the CMS CY2026 Landscape file; every enrollee also pays the standard Part B premium. Beyond standard Medicare Parts A and B, the contract documents 4 supplemental benefits in the CMS benefits file, coverage extras such as dental, vision, hearing aids, fitness programs, and OTC allowances that Original Medicare does not provide. Before enrolling, verify that your preferred providers participate in the plan's network for your specific county, review the current Summary of Benefits, and confirm that your prescriptions appear on the plan formulary. All figures shown come from CMS public-use files for the 2026 contract year; this page is informational only and is not personalized Medicare counseling advice.
Quality Measures by Domain
Managing Chronic Conditions
7 measuresCare for Older Adults – Pain Assessment
Controlling High Blood Pressure
Diabetes Care – Eye Exam
Kidney Health Evaluation for Patients with Diabetes
Osteoporosis Management in Women who had a Fracture
Reducing the Risk of Falling
Transitions of Care
Member Experience
1 measuresGetting Appointments and Care Quickly
Complaints & Changes
2 measuresHealth Plan Quality Improvement
Plan Makes Timely Decisions about Appeals
Drug Plan Customer Service
1 measuresComplaints about the Drug Plan
Drug Plan Experience
1 measuresGetting Needed Prescription Drugs
Drug Safety & Pricing
4 measuresMedication Adherence for Cholesterol (Statins)
Medication Adherence for Hypertension (RAS antagonists)
MTM Program Completion Rate for CMR
Statin Use in Persons with Diabetes (SUPD)
Tests & Vaccines
2 measuresAnnual Flu Vaccine
Improving or Maintaining Physical Health
Member Complaints and Changes in the Drug Plan’s Performance
3 measuresDrug Plan Quality Improvement
Members Choosing to Leave the Plan
Rating of Drug Plan
Supplemental Benefits
| Benefit | Covered | Max Benefit |
|---|---|---|
| Hearing Aids | ✓ Yes | - |
| Hearing Exam | ✓ Yes | - |
| Vision, Eye Exam | ✓ Yes | - |
| Vision, Eyewear | ✓ Yes | - |
County Availability
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Medicare Advantage Guides
Official Medicare resources
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the star rating for Arkansas Superior Select, Inc.?
Arkansas Superior Select, Inc. (Contract H1587) by Tribute Health Plans has an overall CMS star rating of Not yet rated out of 5. Star ratings are based on quality measures including preventive care, chronic disease management, and member satisfaction.
How much does Arkansas Superior Select, Inc. cost per month?
Arkansas Superior Select, Inc. has a monthly plan premium (Part C + D combined) of $8.90, with an annual Part D drug deductible of $615. Every enrollee also pays the standard Part B premium (about $202.90/month in 2026). Premiums are from the CMS CY2026 Landscape file and can vary by county; confirm current costs on Medicare.gov.
What type of plan is Arkansas Superior Select, Inc.?
Arkansas Superior Select, Inc. is a HMO Medicare Advantage plan offered by Tribute Health Plans. This is also a Special Needs Plan (SNP) designed for beneficiaries with specific diseases, characteristics, or care needs. HMO plans generally require you to use in-network providers and get referrals for specialists.
Where is Arkansas Superior Select, Inc. available?
Arkansas Superior Select, Inc. is available in 1 state (AR) across more than 40 counties. Coverage area can vary, check with the insurer or Medicare.gov for exact availability in your ZIP code.
What supplemental benefits does Arkansas Superior Select, Inc. offer?
Arkansas Superior Select, Inc. covers 4 supplemental benefits beyond standard Medicare, including hearing aids, hearing exam, vision eye exam, vision eyewear. Many Medicare Advantage plans include dental, vision, and hearing coverage not available under Original Medicare.
How is Arkansas Superior Select, Inc. rated on quality measures?
CMS evaluates Arkansas Superior Select, Inc. across 21 individual quality measures spanning 8 domains, including DD1: Drug Plan Customer Service, DD2: Member Complaints and Changes in the Drug Plan’s Performance, DD3: Member Experience with the Drug Plan and more. These measures cover clinical outcomes, patient experience, and plan operations.
Data Source
Data from CMS Medicare Advantage 2026 Star Ratings and Plan Finder datasets. Contract ID: H1587. Last updated: 2026 plan year.
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Data-derived peers across the CMS Landscape file: nearest county inventory and nearest overall CMS star rating at the contract level. Not parent-org containment or same-state overlap.
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Before you enroll in Arkansas Superior Select, Inc.
Star rating and network fit matter more than the premium alone.
- This contract's premium is $8.90/mo (Part C + D) - compare it against other plans before enrolling. Browse all plans
- Check that your doctors and drugs are in-network before you enroll, and confirm the plan on Medicare.gov. Medicare Plan Compare
- This plan documents 4 supplemental benefits beyond Original Medicare - see how it stacks up against Original Medicare's coverage. MA vs Original Medicare
Figures are from CMS CY2026 public files for this contract; benefits and premiums can vary by the specific plan you enroll in and your county.
PlainMedicare is rendered directly from CMS Medicare Advantage and Part D public files, no number is typed in by an editor. See our editorial standards & corrections policy, the methodology behind these numbers, or report a correction. Data current as of 2026-09-01.
CMS lists 131,985 Medicare Advantage and Part D plan records in the current public files. PlainMedicare refreshes this registry with each annual release.