Medicare Plans in Starr County, Texas — 2027
The short answer: 44 Medicare plans are available in Starr County, Texas for 2027, offered by 7 insurance companies. Monthly premiums range from $0 to $138. 34 of these plans (77%) charge no monthly premium. The lowest in-network out-of-pocket maximum among Medicare Advantage plans in Starr County is $3,000.
Plans available in Starr County
| Plan | Insurance company | Plan type | Monthly premium | CMS star rating |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| AARP Medicare Advantage Essentials from UHC TX-14 (HMO-POS) | UnitedHealthcare | HMO-POS | $0 | 4 out of 5 stars |
| AARP Medicare Advantage Extras from UHC TX-50 (HMO-POS) | UnitedHealthcare | HMO-POS | $0 | 4 out of 5 stars |
| AARP Medicare Advantage Giveback from UHC TX-38 (HMO-POS) | UnitedHealthcare | HMO-POS | $0 | 4 out of 5 stars |
| AARP Medicare Advantage Patriot No Rx TX-MA01 (HMO-POS) | UnitedHealthcare | HMO-POS | $0 | 4 out of 5 stars |
| AARP Medicare Advantage Patriot No Rx TX-MA05 (PPO) | UnitedHealthcare | PPO | $0 | 3 out of 5 stars |
| Aetna Medicare Eagle (PPO) | Aetna Medicare | PPO | $0 | 3.5 out of 5 stars |
| Aetna Medicare Full Dual Care (HMO D-SNP) | Aetna Medicare | HMO D-SNP | $0 | 3.5 out of 5 stars |
| Aetna Medicare Full Dual Extra Care (HMO D-SNP) | Aetna Medicare | HMO D-SNP | $0 | 3 out of 5 stars |
| Aetna Medicare QMB Only Care (HMO D-SNP) | Aetna Medicare | HMO D-SNP | $0 | 3.5 out of 5 stars |
| Aetna Medicare QMB Only Extra Care (HMO D-SNP) | Aetna Medicare | HMO D-SNP | $0 | 3 out of 5 stars |
| Aetna Medicare Signature Care (HMO) | Aetna Medicare | HMO | $0 | 3 out of 5 stars |
| Humana Essentials Plus Giveback (PPO) | Humana | PPO | $0 | 4.5 out of 5 stars |
| Humana Together in Health (PPO I-SNP) | Humana | PPO I-SNP | $0 | 4 out of 5 stars |
| Humana Together in Health (PPO I-SNP) | Humana | PPO I-SNP | $0 | 4.5 out of 5 stars |
| Humana USAA Honor Giveback (PPO) | Humana | PPO | $0 | 4 out of 5 stars |
| Humana USAA Honor Giveback (PPO) | Humana | PPO | $0 | 4.5 out of 5 stars |
| HumanaChoice Giveback H5216-350 (PPO) | Humana | PPO | $0 | 4 out of 5 stars |
| HumanaChoice R4182-001 (Regional PPO) | Humana | Regional PPO | $0 | 3.5 out of 5 stars |
| Molina Medicare Complete Care (HMO D-SNP) | Molina Healthcare of Texas, Inc. | HMO D-SNP | $0 | 3 out of 5 stars |
| Prominence Bridge (HMO D-SNP) | Prominence Health Plan | HMO D-SNP | $0 | 4 out of 5 stars |
| Prominence Diabetes and Heart Care Plus (HMO C-SNP) | Prominence Health Plan | HMO C-SNP | $0 | 4 out of 5 stars |
| Prominence Diabetes and Heart Giveback (HMO C-SNP) | Prominence Health Plan | HMO C-SNP | $0 | 4 out of 5 stars |
| Prominence Dual (HMO D-SNP) | Prominence Health Plan | HMO D-SNP | $0 | 4 out of 5 stars |
| Prominence Extra Help (HMO) | Prominence Health Plan | HMO | $0 | 4 out of 5 stars |
| Prominence Giveback (HMO) | Prominence Health Plan | HMO | $0 | 4 out of 5 stars |
| Prominence Plus (HMO) | Prominence Health Plan | HMO | $0 | 4 out of 5 stars |
| UHC Complete Care TX-19 (HMO-POS C-SNP) | UnitedHealthcare | HMO-POS C-SNP | $0 | 4 out of 5 stars |
| UHC Dual Advantage TX-V11 (HMO-POS D-SNP) | UnitedHealthcare | HMO-POS D-SNP | $0 | Not yet rated by CMS |
| UHC Dual Complete TX-Q6 (HMO-POS D-SNP) | UnitedHealthcare | HMO-POS D-SNP | $0 | Not yet rated by CMS |
| UHC Dual Complete TX-S001 (Regional PPO D-SNP) | UnitedHealthcare | Regional PPO D-SNP | $0 | 3 out of 5 stars |
| UHC Dual Complete TX-S6 (HMO-POS D-SNP) | UnitedHealthcare | HMO-POS D-SNP | $0 | Not yet rated by CMS |
| UHC Dual Complete TX-YL2 (HMO-POS D-SNP) | UnitedHealthcare | HMO-POS D-SNP | $0 | Not yet rated by CMS |
| Wellcare Superior HealthPlan Dual Liberty Sync (HMO D-SNP) | Wellcare | HMO D-SNP | $0 | 3.5 out of 5 stars |
| Wellcare Superior HealthPlan Dual Reserve Value (HMO D-SNP) | Wellcare | HMO D-SNP | $0 | Not yet rated by CMS |
| Texas Independence Health Plan, Inc. (HMO I-SNP) | Texas Independence Health Plan | HMO I-SNP | $3.90 | 4.5 out of 5 stars |
| Texas Independence Community Plan (HMO I-SNP) | Texas Independence Health Plan | HMO I-SNP | $6.30 | 4.5 out of 5 stars |
| HumanaChoice H0473-004 (PPO) | Humana | PPO | $13 | 3 out of 5 stars |
| AARP Medicare Advantage from UHC TX-51 (HMO-POS) | UnitedHealthcare | HMO-POS | $29 | 4 out of 5 stars |
| AARP Medicare Advantage from UHC TX-0004 (PPO) | UnitedHealthcare | PPO | $37 | 3 out of 5 stars |
| HumanaChoice R4182-004 (Regional PPO) | Humana | Regional PPO | $46 | 3.5 out of 5 stars |
| Aetna Medicare Enhanced (PPO) | Aetna Medicare | PPO | $55 | 3.5 out of 5 stars |
| HumanaChoice R4182-003 (Regional PPO) | Humana | Regional PPO | $100 | 3.5 out of 5 stars |
| UHC Complete Care TX-29 (Regional PPO C-SNP) | UnitedHealthcare | Regional PPO C-SNP | $100 | 3 out of 5 stars |
| AARP Medicare Advantage from UHC TX-61 (Regional PPO) | UnitedHealthcare | Regional PPO | $138 | 3 out of 5 stars |
Source: CMS CY2027 Landscape Source File, data as of October 18, 2026. Plan information is based on publicly available information from Medicare.gov. Premiums and plan availability are subject to change as contracts are finalized.
How Starr County compares with Texas
Starr County has 44 Medicare plans for 2027, compared with a Texas county average of about 37 plans. Across Texas, premiums run from $0 to $258 and 77% of plan listings charge $0. In Starr County the median monthly premium is $0, and residents can choose from 7 insurance companies.
Insurance companies in Starr County
- UnitedHealthcare — 15 plans
- Humana — 10 plans
- Aetna — 7 plans
- Prominence Health Plan — 7 plans
- Wellcare — 2 plans in Starr County — see statewide line-up
- Texas Independence Health Plan — 2 plans in Starr County — see statewide line-up
- Molina Healthcare of Texas — 1 plan in Starr County — see statewide line-up
Special Needs Plans in Starr County
22 of the plans in Starr County are Special Needs Plans: 14 Dual Special Needs Plans (for people with both Medicare and Medicaid); 4 Chronic Condition Special Needs Plans; 4 Institutional Special Needs Plans. Eligibility for these plans is limited to the group each plan serves. See the Dual Special Needs Plans guide and the Medicare Savings Programs guide for how qualification works.
Frequently asked questions
- How many Medicare Advantage plans are available in Starr County in 2027?
- 44 Medicare plans are available in Starr County, Texas for 2027, offered by 7 insurance companies.
- What is the lowest Medicare Advantage premium in Starr County?
- The lowest monthly premium in Starr County is $0, charged by Wellcare Superior HealthPlan Dual Reserve Value (HMO D-SNP).
- How many $0-premium Medicare plans are in Starr County?
- 34 of the 44 Medicare plans in Starr County (77%) charge no monthly premium.
- What is the lowest out-of-pocket maximum in Starr County?
- The lowest in-network out-of-pocket maximum among Medicare Advantage plans in Starr County for 2027 is $3,000, on Prominence Plus (HMO).
- Which insurance companies offer Medicare plans in Starr County?
- The insurance companies offering Medicare plans in Starr County for 2027 are: UnitedHealthcare (15 plans), Humana (10 plans), Aetna (7 plans), Prominence Health Plan (7 plans), Wellcare (2 plans), Texas Independence Health Plan (2 plans), Molina Healthcare of Texas (1 plans).
- Are there Special Needs Plans in Starr County?
- Yes. 22 Special Needs Plans are offered in Starr County for 2027: 14 Dual Special Needs Plans (for people with both Medicare and Medicaid); 4 Chronic Condition Special Needs Plans; 4 Institutional Special Needs Plans.
- What is the lowest Part D deductible in Starr County?
- The lowest Part D deductible among plans with drug coverage in Starr County for 2027 is $0.
Nearby counties
- Medicare plans in Brooks County
- Medicare plans in Hidalgo County
- Medicare plans in Jim Hogg County
- Medicare plans in Zapata County
Source: CMS CY2027 Landscape Source File, data as of October 18, 2026. Plan information is based on publicly available information from Medicare.gov. Premiums and plan availability are subject to change as contracts are finalized.
About star ratings: Medicare evaluates plans every year and rates them on a 5-star system based on quality and performance. Star ratings shown on this page are the official CY2027 ratings published by CMS. A plan with no rating shown has not yet been rated by CMS.
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