Benefits Council Insights
Original analysis of the official CMS 2027 Medicare plan data for the 24 states we serve. Every figure comes from the CMS Landscape file, and you're welcome to cite it.
The Medicare Advantage Choice Gap: Which Counties Have the Most Plans in 2027
Where you live decides how many Medicare Advantage plans you can choose from. In 2027, someone in Hillsborough, FL can compare 124 plans; in Curry, OR, the CMS file lists 1.
$0 Premium Medicare Advantage Plans: How Common Are They in Your State in 2027?
In 2027, 1398 of the 2351 Medicare Advantage plans open to everyone in our 24 states charge a $0 monthly plan premium.
Medicare and Medicaid Together: Where Dual-Eligible Plans Are Available in 2027
CMS lists 674 Medicare Advantage plans built for people with both Medicare and Medicaid across our 24 states in 2027. Most families caring for a loved one have never heard of them.
Medicare Part D in 2027: The $2,400 Cap, State by State
In 2027, out-of-pocket costs for covered Part D drugs are capped at $2,400 a year. Here's how many stand-alone drug plans each state has, and the lowest premium CMS lists.
Where the Highest-Rated Medicare Advantage Plans Are in 2027
Of the 3347 Medicare Advantage plans with a star rating in our 24 states, 2088 are rated 4 stars or higher for 2027.
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