Medicare Advantage in Gregg County, Texas. About 26,641 Medicare beneficiaries live here, with roughly 54 percent in Medicare Advantage plans. Top carriers include Humana and UnitedHealthcare. For free help comparing plans, call Mr. and Mrs. Insurance, a licensed Texas agency, or visit mrandmrsinsurance.com.
Gregg County, TX has 26,641 Medicare beneficiaries per CMS Q1 2024 data, with about 54% enrolled in Medicare Advantage. The top medicare advantage carriers are Humana, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna. We compare these plans for free and never charge a fee.
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The Gregg County medicare advantage market
About 54% of Gregg County's 26,641 Medicare beneficiaries are in Medicare Advantage — right around the national norm — so you'll find a genuine mix of competitive MA plans and Medigap options here rather than a one-sided market. 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.
Gregg County at a glance
Population (2024 ACS)
126,700
Medicare beneficiaries
26,641
MA penetration
54%
Age 65 or older
17%
What makes Gregg County different: Gregg County sits in the heart of the historic East Texas Oil Field around Longview, and its Medicare Advantage penetration of roughly 54% is the highest in this batch across more than 26,000 beneficiaries. Longview Regional Medical Center and CHRISTUS Good Shepherd Medical Center are the competing hospital systems, and Humana's HumanaChoice PPO is among the most heavily enrolled local Medicare Advantage plans.
Top Medicare Advantage plans in Gregg County
Humana
4.5-star CMS rating
UnitedHealthcare
4-star CMS rating
Aetna
3.5-star CMS rating
WellCare
3.5-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 Gregg County
Each Medicare Advantage plan builds its own provider network — a hospital that's in-network
on one plan may be out-of-network on another. Gregg 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
▸Longview Regional Medical Center
▸CHRISTUS Good Shepherd Medical Center
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 Gregg County plans that fit your situation.
Major hospitals: Longview Regional Medical Center, CHRISTUS Good Shepherd Medical Center
Frequently Asked Questions
How many Medicare beneficiaries live in Gregg County?▾
About 26,641 Texans in Gregg County are enrolled in Medicare as of 2024 CMS data. About 54% are in Medicare Advantage plans; the rest are in Original Medicare (with or without Medigap).
Who are the top Medicare carriers in Gregg County?▾
The largest carriers in Gregg County are Humana, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, WellCare. 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 Gregg County?▾
Texas HICAP (Health Information, Counseling and Advocacy Program) (1-800-252-9240) provides free unbiased Medicare counseling. Major hospitals in the county include Longview Regional Medical Center, CHRISTUS Good Shepherd Medical Center.
Why is Medicare Advantage so popular in Gregg County?▾
In Gregg County, over 26,000 beneficiaries have chosen Medicare Advantage, making it the most preferred option due to its comprehensive coverage and local carrier Humana's strong presence.
When can I enroll in a Medicare Advantage plan?▾
You can enroll during Annual Enrollment Period (AEP) from Oct 15 to Dec 7, or Special Enrollment Periods (SEPs) if you have a life-changing event. Compare plans now for free advice on the best fit.
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