Medicare contract · plan years 2026 and 2027CMS landscape and crosswalk
Horizon Healthcare of New Jersey, Inc. (H8298)
H8298Contract
A company of Horizon Mutual Holdings, Inc, sold as Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey
2 plans in 2027 (1 in 2026) · 28,056 members in September 2026
Horizon Healthcare of New Jersey, Inc. is the Horizon Mutual Holdings, Inc company that holds Medicare contract H8298, sold as Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey. In 2027 it offers 2 plans (1 in 2026); every one of its 2026 plans continues in 2027. 28,056 people were in its plans in September 2026.
What plans does H8298 offer for 2027?
| Plan | Type | Monthly premium | Out-of-pocket limit | Area | For 2027 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Horizon NJ TotalCareH8298-001 | HMO D-SNP | $36.30 | $9,850 | 21 counties | renews |
| Horizon Specialty CareH8298-002 | HMO C-SNP | $0 | $9,850 | 7 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).
How did CMS rate it for 2026?
The overall rating is 4 of 5 (health plan 3.5 of 5, drug plan 4.5 of 5). Of its 40 rated measures, the lowest and the highest:
| Lowest-rated measures | Stars |
|---|---|
| Transitions of Care | 1 |
| Improving or Maintaining Mental Health | 2 |
| Diabetes Care – Blood Sugar Controlled | 2 |
| Care Coordination | 2 |
| Highest-rated measures | Stars |
|---|---|
| Medication Adherence for Hypertension (RAS antagonists) | 5 |
| MPF Price Accuracy | 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 Horizon Blue Cross Blue Shield of New Jersey 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