Best Medicare Advantage Plans in Michigan (2027)


Best Medicare Advantage Companies in Michigan

Aetna Medicare, Blue Care Network and Health Alliance Plan by Henry Ford Health are the best Medicare Advantage companies in Michigan for 2027. Aetna has the lowest median maximum annual cost exposure at $5,200, with a 4.0-star median CMS rating and 10 plans across 54 counties. Blue Care Network has a higher 4.5-star median CMS rating and serves 70 counties, though its median cost exposure is $790 higher at $5,990. Health Alliance Plan offers 10 plans across 61 counties, with a 4.0-star median CMS rating and $5,845 in median cost exposure.

Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan and Humana have the broadest geographic availability, each serving all 83 Michigan counties. Blue Cross Blue Shield also has a 4.5-star median CMS rating, but its $6,875 median cost exposure is among the highest in the state.

Aetna Medicare
4.4
$5,200

4.0

54
10
Blue Care Network
4.4
$5,990
4.5
70
5
Health Alliance Plan by Henry Ford Health
4.4
$5,845

4.0

61
10
Blue Cross Blue Shield of Michigan
4.3
$6,875
4.5
83
8
Priority Health Medicare
4.3
$6,912
4.5
68
10
Humana
4.2
$6,550

4.0

83
11

Michigan Medicare Advantage Market Overview

Michigan has 78 non-SNP Medicare Advantage plans from 12 carriers across 20 CMS contracts for 2027. The median county has 42 plans available, though selection varies by location. About 74% of plans have $0 monthly premiums beyond Medicare Part B, so out-of-pocket costs, provider networks and supplemental benefits are important comparison factors.

The median maximum out-of-pocket (MOOP) limit is $6,450, with limits ranging from $4,000 to $9,850. Michigan Medicare Advantage plans have an average CMS rating of 3.89 out of 5 stars, while 40% of rated contracts earn 4 stars or higher. Comparing individual plan costs and quality ratings can help you narrow your options.

Non-SNP Medicare Advantage plans
78
Statewide plan selection is broad, but not every plan is available in every county.
Carriers
12
Comparing insurers can uncover differences in provider access, costs and benefits.
CMS contracts
20
Quality ratings can differ between plans sold through the same insurer.
Median plans per county
42
Most counties have dozens of plan options.
Plans with a $0 premium
74%
Roughly one in four plans charges an additional premium beyond Medicare Part B.
Median max out-of-pocket (MOOP)
$6,450
Half of plans have annual in-network spending limits above this amount, half below.
MOOP range
$4,000–$9,850
Choosing a lower-MOOP plan could reduce potential annual medical spending by up to $5,850.
Average CMS star rating
3.89 out of 5
Statewide quality is close to the 4-star benchmark, though individual ratings vary.
Contracts rated 4+ stars
40%
Most rated contracts fall short of the 4-star quality benchmark.
Aetna Medicare

Aetna Medicare

MoneyGeek Rating
4.4/ 5
4.7/5Affordability
4.1/5Quality & Member Experience
4.2/5Benefits & Availability
  • Median Max Annual Cost Exposure

    $5,200
  • Median CMS Star Rating

    4.0
  • Counties Served

    54
  • Plans Available

    10
Blue Care Network of Michigan

Blue Care Network of Michigan

MoneyGeek Rating
4.4/ 5
4.5/5Affordability
4.5/5Quality & Member Experience
4.2/5Benefits & Availability
  • Median Max Annual Cost Exposure

    $5,990
  • Median CMS Star Rating

    4.5
  • Counties Served

    70
  • Plans Available

    5
Health Alliance

Health Alliance

MoneyGeek Rating
4.4/ 5
4.5/5Affordability
4.2/5Quality & Member Experience
4.4/5Benefits & Availability
  • Median Max Annual Cost Exposure

    $5,845
  • Median CMS Star Rating

    4.0
  • Counties Served

    61
  • Plans Available

    10
Blue Cross Blue Shield

Blue Cross Blue Shield

MoneyGeek Rating
4.3/ 5
4.1/5Affordability
4.5/5Quality & Member Experience
4.3/5Benefits & Availability
  • Median Max Annual Cost Exposure

    $6,875
  • Median CMS Star Rating

    4.5
  • Counties Served

    83
  • Plans Available

    8
Priority Health

Priority Health

MoneyGeek Rating
4.3/ 5
4.2/5Affordability
4.5/5Quality & Member Experience
4.1/5Benefits & Availability
  • Median Max Annual Cost Exposure

    $6,912
  • Median CMS Star Rating

    4.5
  • Counties Served

    68
  • Plans Available

    10
Humana

Humana

MoneyGeek Rating
4.2/ 5
4.2/5Affordability
4.1/5Quality & Member Experience
4.5/5Benefits & Availability
  • Median Max Annual Cost Exposure

    $6,550
  • Median CMS Star Rating

    4.0
  • Counties Served

    83
  • Plans Available

    11

How to Choose the Best Medicare Advantage Plan in Michigan

Michigan residents can choose from dozens of Medicare Advantage plans, but availability, costs and benefits vary by county. The best plan for you depends on your doctors, prescriptions, expected health care use and preferred benefits.

  1. 1
    Confirm your doctors are in-network

    HMO Medicare Advantage plans don't cover out-of-network care, so you'll need to confirm that your care providers are in the insurer's network before applying. PPO plans do cover out-of-network care, but you'll pay more for it than in-network care.

  2. 2
    Review prescription drug coverage

    Most Medicare Advantage plans include Part D coverage, but drug formularies and tiers vary. Check that your medications are covered and compare their copays or coinsurance.

  3. 3
    Compare out-of-pocket maximums

    The maximum out-of-pocket (MOOP) limit caps what you pay for covered Part A and Part B services each year. A lower limit can reduce your financial exposure if you need frequent or expensive care.

  4. 4
    Look beyond the monthly premium

    A $0-premium plan can still have copays, coinsurance and deductibles. Compare expected costs for doctor visits, hospital care, specialists and prescriptions to get a better picture of annual spending.

  5. 5
    Check CMS star ratings

    The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services rates Medicare Advantage contracts from 1 to 5 stars based on measures of quality, member experience and plan performance.

  6. 6
    Compare supplemental benefits

    Medicare Advantage plans may include dental, vision and hearing benefits that Original Medicare doesn't cover. Compare coverage limits and cost-sharing, not just whether a benefit is included.

How Much Does Medicare Advantage Cost in Michigan?

Michigan Medicare Advantage rates start at $0 per month across all plan types, but your total cost depends on how much care you use during the year. Median maximum out-of-pocket limits range from $5,900 for HMOs to $6,800 for Regional PPOs. This limit is the most you'll pay in a year for covered Part A and Part B services. Median primary care copays are $15 across all plan types in the state, while median specialist copays range from $30 to $35 depending on plan type.

HMO
$0
$5,900
$375
$15
$35
HMO-POS
$0
$6,350
$400
$15
$32
PPO
$0
$6,450
$375
$15
$35
Regional PPO
$29
$6,800
$358
$15
$30

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Our Methodology

MoneyGeek evaluated Michigan Medicare Advantage companies using five CMS data sources for the 2027 plan year, including the Medicare Plan Landscape File, Plan Benefit Package files, CMS Star Ratings, the CAHPS Report Card Master Table and the Contract/Plan Enrollment file.

How We Score Carriers

Each carrier in the state receives an overall MoneyGeek score out of five from a weighted average of three category scores:

  • Affordability (40%): Maximum annual cost exposure, calculated as annual premiums plus the maximum out-of-pocket limit, along with inpatient hospital, specialist and primary care costs.
  • Quality and Member Experience (40%): CMS Star Ratings make up 60% of this category and CAHPS C26 member ratings make up 40%. Both are measured at the contract level.
  • Benefits and Access (20%): Supplemental benefits, including dental, OTC, vision and hearing, make up 50% of this category. County coverage makes up 30% and plan choice per county makes up 20%.

About Patrick Bryant


Patrick Bryant, Vertical Lead, Life & Health Insurance, MoneyGeek

Patrick Bryant is the Vertical Lead for Health Insurance at MoneyGeek, where he researches insurance products, writes consumer guides and maintains the scoring methodologies behind our provider comparisons. He analyzed more than 100 health insurance carriers across all 50 U.S. states and multiple policy types. His methodologies are reviewed quarterly to reflect current market conditions and carrier data.