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Medicare plans in Independence County, Arkansas
2027 plans. Other years: 2026 · 2027
Where to start
This page lists every Medicare plan sold in Independence County for 2027, sorted from the lowest cost each month. They're in four tables below, by the kind of coverage. Jump to the one that fits you. Under each table, Compare these plans opens the same plans in our plan list, where you can add your prescriptions, narrow the list and compare plans side by side.
- Medicare Advantage with drug coverage (12 plans)
- Part D drug plans (11 plans)
- Special needs plans (14 plans)
- Medicare Advantage without drug coverage (5 plans)
- Medigap (Medicare Supplement) prices
Not sure which you need? Most people choose either a Medicare Advantage plan, which usually includes drug coverage, or Original Medicare with a Part D drug plan and often a Medigap policy to pay what Medicare leaves.
What would these plans cost you? Try the calculator → It's set to Independence County. Add your age, health and drugs to see what each kind of plan would cost you next year and over the years ahead.
The best plan here for…
- A low monthly premium
- Money back on your Part B premium
- The lowest cost in a bad year
- Dental coverage
- A high star rating
- Seeing doctors outside a network
- The lowest-priced Medigap Plan G
No plan is best for everyone, so we pick one for each of these and explain why. All our picks in Independence County
At a glance
- 17 Medicare Advantage plans are open to anyone with Medicare here; 15 charge no monthly premium.
- 7 give back part of your Part B premium, up to $185 a month.
- The lowest yearly limit on what you pay for in-network care is $4,500.
- 11 Part D drug plans, from $5.30 to $223.50 a month.
Medicare Advantage plans with drug coverage 12
Medical and drug coverage in one plan, open to anyone with Medicare who lives here. This is what most people mean by a Medicare Advantage plan.
| Plan | Network | Premium | Out-of-pocket limit | Stars |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Healthy Arkansas Preferred (PPO) Healthy Arkansas, Inc. · H4086-001-000 | PPO | $0/moGives back $105/mo of your Part B premium | $6,200 | Not yet rated |
| AARP Medicare Advantage Giveback from UHC AR-3 (HMO-POS) UnitedHealthcare · H2802-063-000 | HMO-POS | $0/moGives back $67/mo of your Part B premium | $9,850 | 3.5★ |
| Healthy Arkansas Premier Advantage (HMO-POS) Healthy Arkansas, Inc. · H7440-001-000 | HMO-POS | $0/moGives back $5/mo of your Part B premium | $4,600 | Not yet rated |
| AARP Medicare Advantage from UHC AR-0004 (PPO) UnitedHealthcare · H1889-014-000 | PPO | $0/mo | $6,500 | 3.5★ |
| AARP Medicare Advantage Essentials from UHC AR-1 (HMO-POS) UnitedHealthcare · H2802-060-000 | HMO-POS | $0/mo | $6,100 | 3.5★ |
| AARP Medicare Advantage Extras from UHC AR-7 (HMO-POS) UnitedHealthcare · H2802-078-000 | HMO-POS | $0/mo | $7,150 | 3.5★ |
| HealthSpring Preferred (HMO) HealthSpring · H4513-038-000 | HMO | $0/mo | $6,000 | 3.5★ |
| Humana Total Complete (HMO-POS) Humana · H5619-111-000 | HMO-POS | $0/mo | $4,900 | 4.0★ |
| BlueMedicare Premier (HMO) Arkansas Blue Medicare · H6158-001-000 | HMO | $0/mo | $7,150 | 2.5★ |
| HealthSpring True Choice (PPO) HealthSpring · H7849-102-001 | PPO | $0/mo | $9,850 | 3.0★ |
| AARP Medicare Advantage from UHC AR-0002 (HMO-POS) UnitedHealthcare · H2802-061-000 | HMO-POS | $49/mo | $6,100 | 3.5★ |
| HumanaChoice R1532-002 (Regional PPO) Humana · R1532-002-000 | Regional PPO | $119/mo | $7,700 | 3.5★ |
Part D drug plans 11
Standalone drug coverage, for people who keep Original Medicare (often with a Medigap policy). Drug plans are sold for a whole region, so the same plans are sold throughout Arkansas.
| Plan | Premium | Drug deductible | Stars |
|---|---|---|---|
| Wellcare Value Script (PDP) Wellcare · S4802-153-000 | $5.30/mo | $700 | 3★ |
| Humana Basic Rx Plan (PDP) Humana · S5884-141-000 | $6.30/mo | $700 | 4.5★ |
| Wellcare Classic (PDP) Wellcare · S4802-073-000 | $7.30/mo | $700 | 3★ |
| HealthSpring Assurance Rx (PDP) Blue Cross and Blue Shield of IL, NM, OK, TX · S5715-039-000 | $9.30/mo | $700 | 2.5★ |
| Humana Value Rx Plan (PDP) Humana · S5884-198-000 | $19.30/mo | $687 | 4.5★ |
| BlueMedicare Value Rx (PDP) Arkansas Blue Medicare · S5795-003-000 | $98.30/mo | $700 | 3★ |
| Humana Premier Rx Plan (PDP) Humana · S5884-165-000 | $111.70/mo | $350 | 4.5★ |
| AARP Medicare Rx Saver from UHC (PDP) UnitedHealthcare · S5921-364-000 | $119.10/mo | $700 | 3★ |
| SilverScript Choice (PDP) Aetna Medicare · S5601-038-000 | $124.10/mo | $700 | 2.5★ |
| AARP Medicare Rx Preferred from UHC (PDP) UnitedHealthcare · S5921-400-000 | $207/mo | $300 | 3★ |
| BlueMedicare Premier Rx (PDP) Arkansas Blue Medicare · S5795-002-000 | $223.50/mo | None | 3★ |
Special needs plans 14
Medicare Advantage plans built for people with particular needs, and open only to people who have them. If one of the three below describes you, these are often worth a look before a general plan. Each row says who can join.
Who special needs plans are for
- D-SNP: you have Medicaid as well as Medicare (sometimes called "dual eligible" or "Medi-Medi").
- C-SNP: you have a chronic condition the plan is built around, such as diabetes, heart failure, chronic lung disease or dementia. The plan checks with your doctor.
- I-SNP: you live in a nursing home or similar facility, or need that level of care at home.
Why people choose them
- Care built around you. Most assign a care coordinator, and many run clinical programs for the condition they serve: diabetes education and supplies, heart or lung monitoring, medication reviews, or doctors who visit you in a facility.
- Often more generous extras. Many offer larger allowances than general plans for groceries, over-the-counter items, transportation, meals or utilities. Compare the figures; they vary widely from plan to plan.
- Lower costs for many members. With full Medicaid, a D-SNP member usually pays nothing for care Medicare covers.
The catch: you have to qualify, and the plan will check, for example your Medicaid status or a doctor's confirmation of your condition. If you're not sure, your State Health Insurance Assistance Program (SHIP) gives free, unbiased advice.
| Plan | Network | Who can join | Premium | Out-of-pocket limit | Stars |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tribute Select (HMO-POS I-SNP) Arkansas Superior Select Health Plans · H1587-003-000 | HMO-POS | Only for people who live in a nursing home, or need that level of care at home | $0/moGives back $199/mo of your Part B premium | $9,850 | Not yet rated |
| Arkansas Integrated Providers (AIP) Dual Advantage (HMO D-SNP) Arkansas Superior Select Health Plans · H1587-001-000 | HMO | Only for people who have Medicaid as well as Medicare | $0/moGives back $29.50/mo of your Part B premium | $9,850 | Not yet rated |
| UHC Complete Care AR-5 (PPO C-SNP) UnitedHealthcare · H1889-019-000 | PPO | Only for people with certain chronic conditionsDiabetes, Heart | $0/mo | $6,200 | 3.5★ |
| UHC Complete Care AR-6 (PPO C-SNP) UnitedHealthcare · H1889-025-000 | PPO | Only for people with certain chronic conditionsDiabetes, Heart | $0/mo | $6,200 | 3.5★ |
| UHC Dual Complete AR-Q1 (PPO D-SNP) UnitedHealthcare · H2001-034-000 | PPO | Only for people who have Medicaid as well as Medicare | $0/mo | $9,850 | 4.5★ |
| UHC Dual Advantage AR-V1 (PPO D-SNP) UnitedHealthcare · H2001-035-000 | PPO | Only for people who have Medicaid as well as Medicare | $0/mo | $6,500 | 4.5★ |
| UHC Dual Complete AR-S2 (PPO D-SNP) UnitedHealthcare · H2001-065-000 | PPO | Only for people who have Medicaid as well as Medicare | $0/mo | $9,850 | 4.5★ |
| Humana Gold Plus SNP-DE H5619-123 (HMO-POS D-SNP) Humana · H5619-123-000 | HMO-POS | Only for people who have Medicaid as well as Medicare | $0/mo | $9,850 | 4.0★ |
| Wellcare Arkansas Total Care Dual Access (HMO-POS D-SNP) Wellcare · H9630-010-000 | HMO-POS | Only for people who have Medicaid as well as Medicare | $0/mo | $9,850 | 3.0★ |
| Wellcare Arkansas Total Care Dual Liberty (HMO-POS D-SNP) Wellcare · H9630-011-000 | HMO-POS | Only for people who have Medicaid as well as Medicare | $0/mo | $9,850 | 3.0★ |
| Wellcare Arkansas Total Care Dual Reserve (HMO-POS D-SNP) Wellcare · H9630-014-000 | HMO-POS | Only for people who have Medicaid as well as Medicare | $0/mo | $4,400 | 3.0★ |
| Healthy Arkansas Dual Advantage (PPO D-SNP) Healthy Arkansas, Inc. · H4086-002-000 | PPO | Only for people who have Medicaid as well as Medicare | $6.30/mo | $9,250 | Not yet rated |
| HealthSpring TotalCare Plus (HMO D-SNP) HealthSpring · H4513-039-000 | HMO | Only for people who have Medicaid as well as Medicare | $6.30/mo | $9,850 | 3.5★ |
| HealthSpring TotalCare (HMO D-SNP) HealthSpring · H4513-081-000 | HMO | Only for people who have Medicaid as well as Medicare | $6.30/mo | $9,850 | 3.5★ |
Medicare Advantage plans without drug coverage 5
Medical coverage only. These suit people who get their drugs elsewhere, such as from the VA or an employer, since you generally can't add a separate Part D plan to them.
| Plan | Network | Premium | Out-of-pocket limit | Stars |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AARP Medicare Advantage Patriot No Rx AR-MA01 (HMO-POS) UnitedHealthcare · H2802-062-000 | HMO-POS | $0/moGives back $185/mo of your Part B premium | $6,700 | 3.5★ |
| Humana USAA Honor Giveback (PPO) Humana · H5216-278-001 | PPO | $0/moGives back $150/mo of your Part B premium | $4,700 | 4.0★ |
| HealthSpring Courage (HMO) HealthSpring · H4513-078-000 | HMO | $0/moGives back $115/mo of your Part B premium | $4,500 | 3.5★ |
| Humana USAA Honor Giveback (Regional PPO) Humana · R1532-001-000 | Regional PPO | $0/moGives back $37/mo of your Part B premium | $5,500 | 3.5★ |
| Humana Gold Choice H8145-126 (PFFS) Humana · H8145-126-000 | PFFS | $0/mo | $9,850 | 4.0★ |
Medigap (Medicare Supplement)
A Medigap policy pays some or all of what Original Medicare leaves you owing, and works with any doctor who takes Medicare. The coverage of each plan letter is the same whichever company sells it; only the price differs.
- Plan G: $165–$705/mo from 31 companies, at age 65.
- Plan N: $123–$648/mo from 31 companies, at age 65.
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