Medicare contract · plan years 2026 and 2027CMS landscape and crosswalk
BCBS of Massachusetts HMO Blue, Inc. (H2261)
H2261Contract
A company of Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Inc., sold as Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts
4 plans in 2027 (4 in 2026) · 41,884 members in September 2026
BCBS of Massachusetts HMO Blue, Inc. is the Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Massachusetts, Inc. company that holds Medicare contract H2261, sold as Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts. In 2027 it offers 4 plans (4 in 2026); every one of its 2026 plans continues in 2027. 41,884 people were in its plans in September 2026.
What plans does H2261 offer for 2027?
| Plan | Type | Monthly premium | Out-of-pocket limit | Area | For 2027 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Medicare HMO Blue PlusRxH2261-005 | HMO | $245 | $3,800 | 11 counties | renews |
| Medicare HMO Blue SaverRxH2261-024 | HMO-POS | $0 | $9,200 | 10 counties | renews in fewer counties |
| Medicare HMO Blue FlexRxH2261-025 | HMO-POS | $119 | $4,100 | 10 counties | renews in fewer counties |
| Medicare HMO Blue ValueRxH2261-026 | HMO | $68 | $3,750 | 10 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 employer and union group plans does it hold?
H2261 also holds 2 group plans offered through former employers and unions, with 352 members in September 2026 (plans with fewer than 11 not counted). They are not sold to individuals, so the landscape files list no premiums or benefits for them; the employer or union sends their 2027 terms.
| Plan ID | Plan name | Members, Sept. 2026 | 2027 |
|---|---|---|---|
| H2261-801 | Medicare HMO Blue | 352 | renews |
| H2261-809 | Medicare HMO Blue | fewer than 11 | renews |
Source: CMS monthly enrollment by plan and by county, September 2026 (CMS hides counts under 11); CMS plan crosswalk from 2026 to 2027 (Oct. 1, 2026).
How did CMS rate it for 2026?
The overall rating is 4.5 of 5 (health plan 4.5 of 5, drug plan 4.5 of 5). Of its 40 rated measures, the lowest and the highest:
| Lowest-rated measures | Stars |
|---|---|
| Medication Reconciliation Post-Discharge | 1 |
| Diabetes Care – Blood Sugar Controlled | 2 |
| Follow-up after Emergency Department Visit for People with Multiple High-Risk Chronic Conditions | 3 |
| Getting Appointments and Care Quickly | 3 |
| Highest-rated measures | Stars |
|---|---|
| Medication Adherence for Hypertension (RAS antagonists) | 5 |
| Getting Needed Prescription Drugs | 5 |
| Rating of Drug Plan | 5 |
| Drug Plan Quality Improvement | 5 |
Source: CMS Part C and D Star Ratings data tables, 2026 (October 2025).
What else should you check?
- All Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts 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