Understanding Medicare Special Needs Plans in Barbour County, Alabama
For 2026, residents of Barbour County, AL can choose from 23 Special Needs Plan options. Of these, 8 cost nothing beyond the Part B premium. Enrollment in the County is about 1,649, with 30% of SNPs achieving 4 stars or better. SNPs are not available to everyone — eligibility is limited to people with dual Medicare/Medicaid coverage, qualifying chronic conditions, or institutional care needs.
Page last revised:
Enrollment data refreshed: December 15, 2025
* Each year CMS evaluates Medicare Advantage plans on a 5-star scale. Data sources
Dual Eligible Special Needs Plans (D-SNPs)
Dual Eligible Special Needs Plans (D-SNPs) are designed for people who qualify for both Medicare and Medicaid. These plans coordinate benefits to reduce costs and provide access to additional support services.
- Total D-SNP Plans
- 17
- Average Premium
- $10.30/mo
- Beneficiaries Enrolled
- 1,226
- $0 Premium D-SNPs
- 6
- Zero Cost D-SNPs
- 8
- Most Popular D-SNP
- UHC Dual Complete AL-D002 (D-SNP) with 404 enrollees
- D-SNPs Without Drug Coverage
- 0
| SNP Plan Name | Rating* | Premium | Network |
|---|---|---|---|
| Humana Dual Select H4461-077 | $0 | HMO D-SNP | |
| Humana Gold Plus SNP-DE H4461-074 | $0 | HMO D-SNP | |
| Humana Gold Plus SNP-DE H4461-076 | $0 | HMO D-SNP | |
| UHC Dual Complete AL-D002 | $17 | PPO D-SNP | |
| UHC Dual Complete AL-S1 | $15 | HMO-POS D-SNP | |
| UHC Dual Complete AL-V002 | $26 | HMO-POS D-SNP | |
| Aetna Medicare Dual Care | $0 | HMO D-SNP | |
| Aetna Medicare Dual Extra Care | $0 | HMO D-SNP | |
| Aetna Medicare Full Dual Care | $0 | HMO D-SNP | |
| DEVOTED DUAL 007 AL | $18 | HMO D-SNP | |
| DEVOTED DUAL CHOICE FULL 014 AL | $28 | PPO D-SNP | |
| DEVOTED DUAL PLUS 006 AL | $19 | HMO D-SNP | |
| HumanaChoice SNP-DE H5216-370 | $1 | PPO D-SNP | |
| UHC Dual Complete AL-D001 | $3 | HMO-POS D-SNP | |
| UHC Dual Complete AL-V001 | $17 | HMO-POS D-SNP | |
| Humana Dual Select H5619-093 | $4 | HMO D-SNP | |
| Simpra Advantage Dual Care | $28 | PPO D-SNP |
How many Dual Eligible SNPs are offered in Barbour County?
Barbour County has 17 D-SNP options for 2026, serving 1,226 members.
What is the typical monthly premium for D-SNPs in Barbour County?
The mean monthly D-SNP premium in Barbour County is $10.30, with 6 at no cost.
Which D-SNP plan do most dual eligible beneficiaries choose in Barbour County?
UHC Dual Complete AL-D002 (D-SNP) has the highest D-SNP enrollment in Barbour County (404).
Institutional Special Needs Plans (I-SNPs)
These plans cater to individuals residing in long-term care facilities, such as nursing homes, or those requiring extended skilled nursing facility care at home. The CMS website provides more information about I-SNPs and their coverage details.
- Total I-SNP Plans 2
- Average Premium $54.35/mo
- Beneficiaries Enrolled 45
- $0 Premium I-SNPs 0
- Average MOOP $15,300
- Most Popular I-SNP Simpra Advantage Nursing Home Plan (I-SNP) with 45 enrollees
- I-SNPs Without Drug Coverage 0
| SNP Plan Name | Rating* | Premium | Network |
|---|---|---|---|
| Simpra Advantage Assist | $81 | PPO I-SNP | |
| Simpra Advantage Nursing Home Plan | $28 | PPO I-SNP |
- Which I-SNP plan do most institutionalized beneficiaries choose in Barbour County?
- The leading I-SNP in Barbour County is Simpra Advantage Nursing Home Plan (I-SNP), with 45 members.
- How many Institutional SNPs are offered in Barbour County?
- In 2026, Barbour County offers 2 I-SNPs with 45 enrollees.
- What is the typical monthly premium for I-SNPs in Barbour County?
- On average, I-SNP plans in Barbour County cost $54.35 per month.
Chronic Condition Special Needs Plans (C-SNPs)
These plans are designed for individuals with severe or disabling chronic conditions. C-SNPs excel at coordinating your care among different medical specialists and often include extra benefits like prescription drug plans.
- Total C-SNP Plans
- 4
- Average Premium
- $13.85/mo
- Beneficiaries Enrolled
- 378
- $0 Premium C-SNPs
- 2
- Average MOOP
- $14,075
- Most Popular C-SNP
- UHC Complete Care AL-5 (C-SNP) with 378 enrollees
- C-SNPs Without Drug Coverage
- 0
| SNP Plan Name | Rating* | Premium | Network |
|---|---|---|---|
| DEVOTED C-SNP CHOICE 010 AL | $0 | PPO C-SNP | |
| DEVOTED C-SNP CHOICE PLUS 015 AL | $28 | PPO C-SNP | |
| DEVOTED C-SNP CHOICE PREMIUM 011 AL | $28 | PPO C-SNP | |
| UHC Complete Care AL-5 | $0 | HMO-POS C-SNP |
- What is the average premium for C-SNP plans in Barbour County?
- On average, C-SNP plans in Barbour County cost $13.85 per month.
- Which C-SNP is the most popular in Barbour County?
- The leading C-SNP in Barbour County is UHC Complete Care AL-5 (C-SNP), with 378 members.
Choosing the right Medicare Special Needs Plan (SNP) in Barbour County depends on enrolling at the right time. Understanding the different enrollment periods will help ensure that you get the coverage that best meets your needs.
Key Medicare Enrollment Periods
- Initial Enrollment Period (IEP): Beginning three months before you turn 65 and lasting until three months after, this is the initial chance to join Medicare. You may also select a Medicare Advantage plan if it fits your needs. Learn more
- Medicare Advantage Open Enrollment Period (MA OEP): Running from January 1 to March 31 each year, this period allows one change to your current Medicare Advantage coverage or a move back to Original Medicare. Learn more
- Annual Enrollment Period (AEP): From October 15 through December 7 each year, you can make changes to your Medicare coverage for the following year. Learn more
- Special Enrollment Periods (SEPs): Outside the standard enrollment dates, you may qualify for a Special Enrollment Period if specific circumstances apply, including relocation or coverage loss. Learn more
How to Sign Up for a Special Needs Plan
- Licensed Agent Assistance: For one-on-one guidance, contact HealthCompare at 1-833-748-3201 (TTY 711). Agents are available Monday through Friday 5am–6pm and Saturday 6am–5pm PST.
- Contact the Plan Provider Directly: Start enrollment by reaching out to the plan provider through their website or by phone with their member services team.
- Use Medicare.gov: At Medicare.gov, you can compare Medicare Advantage plans side by side and enroll securely online.
The D-SNP, C-SNP, and I-SNP plans listed on this page are available to qualifying individuals enrolled in Medicare Part A and Part B living in Clayton, Clio, Eufaula, Louisville, and all other areas of Barbour County, Alabama.
Plans Offered for Enrollment through Medicare.org
Medicare Advantage and Part D plans and benefits offered by the following carriers: Medicare Advantage and Part D plans and benefits offered by the following carriers: Aetna Medicare, Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield, Aspire Health Plan, Baylor Scott & White Health Plan, Capital Blue Cross, Dean Health Plan, Devoted Health, Florida Blue Medicare, Freedom Health, GlobalHealth, Health Care Service Corporation, HealthSpring℠, HealthSun, Healthy Blue, Humana, Molina Healthcare, Mutual of Omaha, Medica Central Health Plan, Optimum HealthCare, Premera Blue Cross, SCAN Health Plan, Simply, UnitedHealthcare(R), Wellcare, WellPoint
CMS Plan IDs Presented
The Medicare Special Needs Plan pages listed in the tables above include localization to assist beneficiaries with plans available in their service area. However, most Part C plans are available in more than one service area, which can lead to confusion. The following list of CMS IDs links to our master plan pages without localization.
- CMS.gov, Landscape Source Files — Last accessed September 26, 2025
- CMS.gov, Medicare Part C & D Performance — Last accessed October 10, 2025
- CMS.gov, Plan Benefits Package — Last accessed October 13, 2025
- CMS.gov, Medicare Advantage/Part D Contract and Enrollment Data — Last accessed December 15, 2025
Some facts and percentages shown on this page (such as average premiums, distribution of plan types, and percentage of $0 premium plans) are calculated by Medicare.org using data from the CMS Plan Benefits Package (PBP) files and Part C & D Performance files. All underlying values originate from CMS, and calculations are refreshed whenever CMS issues updated data.
To explore how 2026 Medicare SNP plans available in Barbour County compare with plans offered elsewhere, you can search the Special Needs Plan directory to review options nationwide using the same authoritative data sources.
Medicare.org separates Medicare Advantage (MA/MAPD) plans and Special Needs Plans (SNPs) into different pages for clarity. As a result, plan counts, percentages, and other calculations shown here may differ from the aggregate totals published in the CMS Landscape files. All plan availability and benefit details originate from CMS.
Learn more about how we use CMS data.
- Medicare.gov, "Compare types of Medicare Advantage Plans" — Last accessed 25 May, 2025
- Medicare.gov, "Explore your Medicare coverage options" — Last accessed 25 May, 2025
- AARP.org, "The Big Choice: Original Medicare vs. Medicare Advantage" — Last accessed 20 May, 2025
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