Medicare Supplement in Washington County, Florida. About 4,861 Medicare beneficiaries live here, with roughly 43 percent in Medicare Advantage plans. Top carriers include Humana and UnitedHealthcare. For free help comparing plans, call Mr. and Mrs. Insurance, a licensed Florida agency, or visit mrandmrsinsurance.com.
Washington County Medicare Supplement — quick answer
Washington County, FL has 4,861 Medicare beneficiaries per CMS Q1 2024 data, with about 43% enrolled in Medicare Advantage. The top medicare supplement carriers are Humana, UnitedHealthcare, Florida Blue Medicare. We compare these plans for free and never charge a fee.
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The Washington County medicare supplement market
At roughly 43% MA penetration, most of Washington County's 4,861 Medicare beneficiaries stay on Original Medicare, frequently paired with a Medigap policy. That pattern usually signals retirees here prize provider choice and predictable out-of-pocket costs over the lower premiums of MA. Humana currently leads the county by enrollment, but the lowest total-cost plan for your specific drugs and doctors is often a smaller carrier — which is why we run all of them side by side instead of pushing the biggest name.
Washington County at a glance
Population (2024 ACS)
26,932
Medicare beneficiaries
4,861
MA penetration
43%
Age 65 or older
19%
What makes Washington County different: Washington County is a rural, medically underserved Panhandle county whose only hospital, the 59-bed Northwest Florida Community Hospital in Chipley, is a federally designated Critical Access Hospital. The county sits along I-10 between Panama City and Tallahassee with an economy rooted in agriculture and timber.
Top Medicare Advantage plans in Washington County
Humana
3.5-star CMS rating
UnitedHealthcare (AARP)
4-star CMS rating
Florida Blue Medicare
4-star CMS rating
Source: CMS Monthly MA Enrollment by State/County/Contract (latest Q1 2024). Enrollment figures refresh monthly at data.cms.gov.
Before you enroll: verify your hospital + doctor in Washington County
Each Medicare Supplement plan builds its own provider network — a hospital that's in-network
on one plan may be out-of-network on another. Washington County has 2
major hospital systems. Before you enroll, check that your preferred hospital and physicians
participate in the specific plan you're considering.
Major hospitals to verify
▸Northwest Florida Community Hospital (Chipley, Critical Access)
▸Doctors Memorial Hospital (Bonifay, Holmes County, adjacent)
Call each hospital's billing office directly — or use the carrier's
network tool on the right to search by hospital name.
Or skip the cross-checking — we run network checks against your prescriptions and doctors
at no cost during any consult.
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Outside the windows, Special Enrollment Periods (SEP) still let you change plans if you moved, lost coverage, qualify for Extra Help / dual eligible, or had a plan terminated. Call to see if you qualify.
Pick a time on Matt or Robin's calendar — 15 minutes, no sales pressure, no obligation. We'll walk through the Washington County plans that fit your situation.
Major hospitals: Northwest Florida Community Hospital (Chipley, Critical Access), Doctors Memorial Hospital (Bonifay, Holmes County, adjacent)
Frequently Asked Questions
How many Medicare beneficiaries live in Washington County?▾
About 4,861 Floridians in Washington County are enrolled in Medicare as of 2024 CMS data. About 43% are in Medicare Advantage plans; the rest are in Original Medicare (with or without Medigap).
Who are the top Medicare carriers in Washington County?▾
The largest carriers in Washington County are Humana, UnitedHealthcare (AARP), Florida Blue Medicare. We work with all of them and a few smaller carriers that often have better rates for specific situations.
What SHIP resources are available in Washington County?▾
Florida SHINE — Washington County (1-800-963-5337) provides free unbiased Medicare counseling. Major hospitals in the county include Northwest Florida Community Hospital (Chipley, Critical Access), Doctors Memorial Hospital (Bonifay, Holmes County, adjacent).
How does the rural setting of Washington County affect Medicare Supplement options?▾
Due to the unique rural nature and limited healthcare resources in Washington County, including its only 59-bed Critical Access Hospital in Chipley, it's important to carefully choose a Medicare Supplement plan that fits your specific needs. Local agents can provide tailored advice considering these local factors.
When is the best time for seniors in Washington County to enroll in Medicare Supplement plans?▾
Seniors should consider enrolling during Annual Enrollment Period (AEP) from October 15 to December 7, or Special Enrollment Periods if they have a life-changing event. Local agents can help you compare options and find the right fit for your situation.
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