Medicare Advantage
16 New Medicare Advantage Plans in Nebraska for 2027: The List
LINCOLN, Neb. — Nebraskans comparing coverage this fall will find a longer menu of Medicare Advantage plans on the shelf. According to the CMS Medicare Advantage Landscape Source Files for 2026 and 2027, 16 of the 52 Medicare Advantage plans offered in Nebraska for 2027 are new — meaning they were not sold anywhere in the state for 2026. The newcomers come from eight carriers and show up in different combinations county by county, so a plan listed statewide may or may not appear on a given reader's Plan Finder results.
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Key takeaways
- Nebraska has 16 new Medicare Advantage plans for 2027, drawn from 8 different carriers, per CMS Landscape files.
- A plan counted statewide is not automatically sold in every county; check Medicare.gov with your ZIP code to see what is actually offered where you live.
- The Annual Enrollment Period runs October 15 through December 7, 2026, and the choice you make takes effect January 1, 2027.
- Free, unbiased help is available year-round from Medicare.gov and 1-800-MEDICARE.
| Fact | Figure | Source |
|---|---|---|
| Part B standard monthly premium (2026) | $202.90 | Medicare.gov |
| Part D out-of-pocket cap (2026) | $2,100 | CMS |
| Part D out-of-pocket cap (2027) | $2,400 | CMS |
| Annual Enrollment Period (for 2027 coverage) | October 15 – December 7, 2026 | Medicare.gov |
| Medicare Advantage Open Enrollment Period | January 1 – March 31 | Medicare.gov |
Area counts are for the county as a whole and are not a recommendation of any plan. Program figures are set nationally.
How many new Medicare Advantage plans are offered in Nebraska for 2027, and which carriers are bringing them?
Nebraska has 16 new Medicare Advantage plans for 2027, out of 52 plans total offered statewide, according to the CMS Landscape files. Eight carriers account for the new plans: Aetna (CVS Health) with 2, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska with 2, Devoted Health with 2, Great Plains Medicare Advantage with 2, Iowa Health Advantage with 1, Medica with 2, Molina Healthcare of Nebraska with 2, and UnitedHealthcare with 3.
The mix includes general Medicare Advantage plans (HMO, HMO-POS, PPO) along with Special Needs Plans — Dual Eligible SNPs (D-SNPs), Institutional SNPs (I-SNPs), and a Chronic Condition SNP (C-SNP). The full list on this page is rendered as a table from the CMS data; you can scan it by carrier to see what is new in Nebraska for 2027.
Which new Nebraska Medicare Advantage plans have the widest county reach for 2027?
Among Nebraska's 16 new plans for 2027, the widest county footprints belong to UHC Dual Complete NE-QV1 (HMO-POS D-SNP) from UnitedHealthcare at 84 counties and UHC Dual Complete NE-S4 (HMO-POS D-SNP) at 75 counties. Both are Dual Eligible Special Needs Plans, so eligibility is limited to people who qualify for both Medicare and Medicaid.
Beyond those, Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska MA Assure (HMO-POS) and Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska MA Protect (PPO) are each listed in 61 counties. Great Plains Medicare Advantage and Great Plains Medicare Advantage Gold — both HMO Institutional SNPs — reach 56 counties apiece. Aetna Medicare Enhanced Extra (PPO) is listed in 54 counties, and AARP Medicare Advantage Patriot No Rx NE-MA2 (HMO-POS) from UnitedHealthcare along with one of the two Molina Medicare Complete Care (HMO D-SNP) plans is listed in 52 counties. On the smaller end, Nebraska Health Advantage (HMO I-SNP) from Iowa Health Advantage is listed in 4 counties, as is the second Molina Medicare Complete Care (HMO D-SNP) plan. The complete count by plan is in the table above.
What does it mean that a Medicare Advantage plan is "new" in Nebraska for 2027?
A "new" plan in Nebraska for 2027 is one CMS did not list in the 2026 Landscape file but does list in the 2027 Landscape file. That is a factual status, not a judgment of quality.
One practical consequence: a brand-new plan has no CMS Star Rating yet and no claims-handling track record from prior years in Nebraska that you can look up. Star Ratings are typically assigned once a plan has enough enrollment and operating history. Returning plans may show star history on Medicare.gov; newly introduced plans will not until they have been measured.
How do I check whether a new 2027 Medicare Advantage plan is offered in my Nebraska county and covers my doctors and prescriptions?
The authoritative check is the Medicare Plan Finder at Medicare.gov, where you enter your ZIP code and county to see the exact Medicare Advantage plans available in your area for 2027. A plan listed in the statewide table above may be offered in your county or may not — the CMS Landscape file is organized county by county.
For doctors and hospitals, confirm the 2027 network directly with the plan, since a plan's provider directory is the source of truth and can change from year to year. For prescriptions, use Plan Finder to enter your drug list and preferred pharmacy; the tool shows each plan's 2027 formulary tier and cost-share for your medications. You can also request the plan's Evidence of Coverage and formulary from the carrier. For SNPs, remember there are eligibility rules — D-SNPs require Medicaid status, I-SNPs require qualifying institutional-level care, and C-SNPs require a qualifying chronic condition.
What should Nebraskans do before December 7, 2026, during Medicare Open Enrollment 2027?
Before December 7, 2026, Nebraskans with Medicare should review their current coverage against what will be offered for 2027 and make any change they want on Medicare.gov. The Annual Enrollment Period runs October 15 through December 7, 2026, and any choice made during that window takes effect January 1, 2027.
A simple review checklist: read the Annual Notice of Change your current plan mailed you; list your doctors, hospitals, and medications; use the Plan Finder to compare 2027 options in your county — including any of the new plans listed above that reach your area; and confirm costs and coverage with the plan before enrolling. If your current plan still fits and you want to keep it, you do not need to do anything.
Where can Nebraskans get free help comparing 2027 Medicare Advantage plans?
Free, unbiased help with 2027 Medicare Advantage comparisons is available from Medicare itself. Medicare.gov hosts the Plan Finder and plan details, and 1-800-MEDICARE (TTY 1-877-486-2048) is staffed 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
These resources are not tied to any insurance carrier and do not sell plans. They can walk you through what is offered in your Nebraska county for 2027, how to compare plans side by side, and how to enroll before December 7, 2026.
By the numbers
Medicare Part B premium, 2006–2026
The standard monthly Part B premium has climbed from $88.50 in 2006 to $202.90 in 2026. Hover any point for that year’s premium.
Source: CMS. Standard premium shown; in some hold-harmless years many existing enrollees paid less. Confirm at Medicare.gov.
New for 2027
Medicare Advantage plans new across Nebraska for 2027
CMS lists 16 Medicare Advantage plans across Nebraska for 2027 that were not offered for 2026, alphabetically by carrier.
| Plan | Type | Drug coverage | Counties |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aetna (CVS Health) 2 plans | |||
| Aetna Medicare Enhanced Extra (PPO) | PPO | Yes | 54 |
| Aetna Medicare Signature (PPO) | PPO | Yes | 33 |
| Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska 2 plans | |||
| Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska MA Assure (HMO-POS) | HMO-POS | Yes | 61 |
| Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska MA Protect (PPO) | PPO | Yes | 61 |
| Devoted Health 2 plans | |||
| DEVOTED C-SNP CHOICE GIVEBACK EXTRAS 010 NE (PPO C-SNP) | PPO C-SNP | Yes | 42 |
| DEVOTED CHOICE GIVEBACK EXTRAS 011 NE (PPO) | PPO | Yes | 42 |
| Great Plains Medicare Advantage 2 plans | |||
| Great Plains Medicare Advantage (HMO I-SNP) | HMO I-SNP | Yes | 56 |
| Great Plains Medicare Advantage Gold (HMO I-SNP) | HMO I-SNP | Yes | 56 |
| Iowa Health Advantage 1 plan | |||
| Nebraska Health Advantage (HMO I-SNP) | HMO I-SNP | Yes | 4 |
| Medica 2 plans | |||
| Medica Advantage Essential (PPO) | PPO | Yes | 42 |
| Medica Advantage Select (PPO) | PPO | Yes | 42 |
| Molina Healthcare of Nebraska 2 plans | |||
| Molina Medicare Complete Care (HMO D-SNP) | HMO D-SNP | Yes | 52 |
| Molina Medicare Complete Care (HMO D-SNP) | HMO D-SNP | Yes | 4 |
| UnitedHealthcare 3 plans | |||
| UHC Dual Complete NE-QV1 (HMO-POS D-SNP) | HMO-POS D-SNP | Yes | 84 |
| UHC Dual Complete NE-S4 (HMO-POS D-SNP) | HMO-POS D-SNP | Yes | 75 |
| AARP Medicare Advantage Patriot No Rx NE-MA2 (HMO-POS) | HMO-POS | No | 52 |
Source: CMS Medicare Advantage Landscape Source Files, plan years 2026 and 2027. Plans are offered county by county; a plan listed for the state may not be offered in your county. No plan is ranked or recommended; premiums, benefits, networks and star ratings are not shown. Plan details come from the Medicare Plan Finder at medicare.gov or the plan itself.
The 2027 choices, by type
HMO, PPO and Special Needs Plans across Nebraska for 2027
- Aetna (CVS Health) 8 plans: HMO, HMO-POS, PPO
- Blue Cross and Blue Shield of Nebraska 3 plans: HMO-POS, PPO
- Centene (WellCare) 3 plans: HMO-POS
- Devoted Health 8 plans: PPO
- Great Plains Medicare Advantage 2 plans: HMO
- Humana 6 plans: HMO, PPO
- Iowa Health Advantage 1 plan: HMO
- Medica 7 plans: Cost, PPO
- Molina Healthcare of Nebraska 2 plans: HMO
- MyAdvocate Medicare Advantage 2 plans: HMO-POS
- UnitedHealthcare 10 plans: HMO-POS, PPO
HMO plans use a network and usually a primary-care doctor and referrals; HMO-POS plans add some out-of-network coverage; PPO plans also cover out-of-network care, at a higher share; PFFS plans pay any provider that accepts the plan’s terms. Special Needs Plans serve people with Medicare and Medicaid (D-SNP), certain chronic conditions (C-SNP) or living in an institution (I-SNP).
Source: CMS Medicare Advantage Landscape Source Files, plan years 2026 and 2027. Plans are offered county by county; a plan listed for the state may not be offered in your county. No plan is ranked or recommended; premiums, benefits, networks and star ratings are not shown. Plan details come from the Medicare Plan Finder at medicare.gov or the plan itself.
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Frequently asked questions
How many Medicare Advantage plans are new in Nebraska for 2027?
Are all 16 new Nebraska plans available in every county?
When can I enroll in a 2027 Medicare Advantage plan?
Do new plans have a Star Rating I can look up?
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- CMS — MA Landscape Source File (plan-level availability by county)
- CMS — MA Landscape Source Files, current and coming plan year (year-over-year comparison)
- CMS — Medicare enrollment periods (medicare.gov)
For personalized answers, contact Medicare.gov or 1-800-MEDICARE.
Sources and methodology
- Medicare.gov, Medicare costs (Part B premium)
- CMS, Medicare prescription drug coverage (Part D) program rules
- CMS, Medicare Advantage and Part D plan-year announcements
- Medicare.gov, enrollment periods and plan rules
- CMS, Medicare Advantage and Part D Landscape Source Files
Figures cited in this article
- CMS — Medicare Advantage Landscape Source Files, CY2026 and CY2027: the statewide plan counts, carrier counts, and the list of plans new for 2027 in Nebraska with their county reach.
- Medicare.gov (CMS — Medicare enrollment periods): the Annual Enrollment Period dates and January 1, 2027 effective date.
- Medicare.gov Plan Finder: the county-by-county availability check and plan details, including formularies and provider directories.
How we put this together: area counts come from the CMS files listed above for the county that contains this city, program figures come from CMS, Medicare.gov and the Social Security Administration, and no plan is ranked or recommended.
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