Medicare contract · plan years 2026 and 2027CMS landscape and crosswalk
Bcbsm, Inc. (H5959)
H5959Contract
A company of Aware Integrated, Inc., sold as Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota
6 plans in 2027 (9 in 2026) · 272,352 members in September 2026
Bcbsm, Inc. is the Aware Integrated, Inc. company that holds Medicare contract H5959, sold as Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota. In 2027 it offers 6 plans (9 in 2026); 8 of its 2026 plans are not offered in 2027. 272,352 people were in its plans in September 2026.
What plans does H5959 offer for 2027?
| Plan | Type | Monthly premium | Out-of-pocket limit | Area | For 2027 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Blue Cross Medicare Advantage Freedom BlueH5959-018 | PPO | $0 | $6,900 | 35 counties | renews in fewer counties |
| Blue Cross Medicare Advantage EssentialH5959-019 | PPO | $0 | $7,150 | 10 counties | new plan |
| Blue Cross Medicare Advantage SelectH5959-020 | PPO | $109 | $5,900 | 10 counties | new plan |
| Blue Cross Medicare Advantage PremierH5959-021 | PPO | $189 | $4,900 | 10 counties | new plan |
| Blue Cross Medicare Advantage EssentialH5959-023 | PPO | $0 to $10 | $9,850 | 25 counties | new plan |
| Blue Cross Medicare Advantage SelectH5959-024 | PPO | $165 | $6,900 | 24 counties | new plan |
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 |
|---|---|---|
| Blue Cross Medicare Advantage ChoiceH5959-014 | 127,317 | 51 |
| Blue Cross Medicare Advantage CoreH5959-013 | 37,573 | 51 |
| Blue Cross Medicare Advantage ComfortH5959-015 | 33,003 | 11 |
| Blue Cross Medicare Advantage CompleteH5959-010 | 19,154 | 51 |
| Blue Cross Medicare Advantage ComfortH5959-016 | 16,866 | 40 |
| Blue Cross Medicare Advantage ChoiceH5959-009 | 7,060 | 10 |
| Blue Cross Medicare Advantage CompleteH5959-011 | 6,269 | 15 |
| Blue Cross Medicare Advantage CoreH5959-012 | 3,835 | 10 |
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).
Which employer and union group plans does it hold?
H5959 also holds 4 group plans offered through former employers and unions, with 9,456 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| H5959-801 | Group EGWP MAPD | 2,776 | renews |
| H5959-807 | Group EGWP Medical Only | 5,244 | renews |
| H5959-808 | Group EGWP MAPD | 249 | renews |
| H5959-809 | Group EGWP MAPD | 1,187 | 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 |
|---|---|
| Diabetes Care – Blood Sugar Controlled | 1 |
| Care for Older Adults – Medication Review | 2 |
| Medication Reconciliation Post-Discharge | 2 |
| Getting Appointments and Care Quickly | 2 |
| Highest-rated measures | Stars |
|---|---|
| Medication Adherence for Hypertension (RAS antagonists) | 5 |
| Medication Adherence for Diabetes Medications | 5 |
| Getting Needed Prescription Drugs | 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 Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Minnesota 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