Medicare Advantage in San Patricio County, Texas. About 10,938 Medicare beneficiaries live here, with roughly 64 percent in Medicare Advantage plans. Top carriers include UnitedHealthcare / AARP and Humana. For free help comparing plans, call Mr. and Mrs. Insurance, a licensed Texas agency, or visit mrandmrsinsurance.com.
San Patricio County Medicare Advantage — quick answer
San Patricio County, TX has 10,938 Medicare beneficiaries per CMS Q1 2024 data, with about 64% enrolled in Medicare Advantage. The top medicare advantage carriers are UnitedHealthcare / AARP, Humana, WellCare. We compare these plans for free and never charge a fee.
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The San Patricio County medicare advantage market
San Patricio County posts one of the highest Medicare Advantage adoption rates in Texas — roughly 64% of its 10,938 beneficiaries chose an MA plan over Original Medicare. That level of uptake usually means carriers compete hard locally, so the extra benefits (dental, OTC allowance, transportation, gym) tend to be richer than the Texas average. UnitedHealthcare / AARP 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.
San Patricio County at a glance
Population (2024 ACS)
72,572
Medicare beneficiaries
10,938
MA penetration
64%
Age 65 or older
16%
What makes San Patricio County different: San Patricio County sits across Corpus Christi Bay in the Coastal Bend and has one of the highest Medicare Advantage penetration rates in Texas, around 64% of beneficiaries. Its economy is driven by petrochemical, steel and energy projects around Gregory-Portland (including the Steel Dynamics Sinton mill), and the county has lacked a full-service hospital since CARE Regional Medical Center in Aransas Pass closed after Hurricane Harvey.
Top Medicare Advantage plans in San Patricio County
UnitedHealthcare / AARP
3.5-star CMS rating
Humana (Gold Plus)
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 San Patricio 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. San Patricio 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
â–¸Corpus Christi Medical Center Bay Area (referral)
â–¸CHRISTUS Spohn Hospital Corpus Christi (referral)
Call each hospital's billing office directly — or use the carrier's
network tool on the right to search by hospital name.
WellCare 3.5★
Search "WellCare provider directory" or call the carrier directly.
Free help in San Patricio County: Texas HICAP — call 1-800-252-9240.
SHIP counselors offer free unbiased Medicare guidance and can run network checks at no cost.
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 San Patricio County plans that fit your situation.
Major hospitals: Corpus Christi Medical Center Bay Area (referral), CHRISTUS Spohn Hospital Corpus Christi (referral)
Frequently Asked Questions
How many Medicare beneficiaries live in San Patricio County?â–¾
About 10,938 Texans in San Patricio County are enrolled in Medicare as of 2024 CMS data. About 64% are in Medicare Advantage plans; the rest are in Original Medicare (with or without Medigap).
Who are the top Medicare carriers in San Patricio County?â–¾
The largest carriers in San Patricio County are UnitedHealthcare / AARP, Humana (Gold Plus), 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 San Patricio County?â–¾
Texas HICAP (1-800-252-9240) provides free unbiased Medicare counseling. Major hospitals in the county include Corpus Christi Medical Center Bay Area (referral), CHRISTUS Spohn Hospital Corpus Christi (referral).
Why is Medicare Advantage so popular in San Patricio County?â–¾
With 64% of Medicare beneficiaries choosing Medicare Advantage, this plan bundles hospital, medical, and usually drug coverage. It's a smart choice for those needing comprehensive health benefits.
When can I enroll in Medicare Advantage plans in San Patricio County?â–¾
You can enroll during the Annual Enrollment Period (AEP) from October 15 to December 7, or through Special Enrollment Periods if you have a qualifying life event.
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