What you'll learn
- Nueces County residents can choose from 31 Medicare Advantage plans for 2027, offered by 4 insurance companies.
- 21 of those plans have a $0 monthly premium. You still pay your Part B premium.
- In-network out-of-pocket maximums range from $3,300 to $9,850.
- Free counseling is available from HICAP at 1-800-252-9240 and the Coastal Bend Area Agency on Aging at 361-883-3935.
Nueces County, 2027 at a glance
Source: CMS 2027 Medicare Advantage and Part D landscape files. Counts include plans open to general enrollment; availability can vary by ZIP code. Compare all plans at Medicare.gov.
Corpus Christi is the biggest city on the Texas Coastal Bend, and the place many retirees from the surrounding small towns go for specialists and hospital care. For 2027, Nueces County has a solid choice of Medicare plans, but from a smaller group of insurance companies than you'll find in Houston, Dallas, or San Antonio.
Nueces County's 2027 options
CMS's 2027 plan data shows 31 Medicare Advantage plans in Nueces County, offered by 4 insurance companies. 21 have a $0 monthly premium, and 23 include Part D drug coverage.
With only a handful of companies, the doctors and hospitals each plan includes can look very different. That makes checking your providers by name the most important step.
Out-of-pocket maximums range from $3,300 to $9,850, and 18 plans earned 4 stars or higher in CMS's 2027 quality ratings.
Coming in from the Coastal Bend?
If you live in Portland, Sinton, Kingsville, or another town outside Nueces County, your plan options depend on the county you live in, not where you see your doctor. A plan sold in San Patricio County may have different doctors than one sold in Nueces. Check that the Corpus Christi specialists and hospitals you rely on are in network for your county's plans.
Hurricane season and your coverage
The Coastal Bend knows storms. A few habits make Medicare easier if you ever have to evacuate:
- Keep your Medicare and plan cards, a medication list, and your doctors' phone numbers in your go-kit.
- Ask your pharmacy about early refills when a storm is coming.
- Original Medicare works with any provider in the U.S. that accepts it. Medicare Advantage plans are local, so check how yours handles care away from home during a declared emergency.
If you have Medicare and Medicaid
Nueces County has 18 Dual Special Needs Plans for people who qualify for both programs, plus 4 plans for certain chronic conditions and 5 for people who live in a nursing home. If money is tight, see our guide to help paying for Part B in Texas and how Medicare and Medicaid work together in Texas.
Key dates
| Date | What happens |
|---|---|
| Oct. 15 – Dec. 7, 2026 | Annual Enrollment Period: change plans for 2027 |
| Jan. 1, 2027 | New plan coverage starts |
| Jan. 1 – Mar. 31, 2027 | One-time switch if you're in Medicare Advantage |
Free local help
The Coastal Bend Area Agency on Aging in Corpus Christi (361-883-3935) serves Nueces and 10 surrounding counties. For free, unbiased Medicare counseling, call HICAP at 1-800-252-9240. You can also compare every plan for your ZIP code on the Medicare.gov Plan Finder, or see all Texas counties on our Medicare plans by county page.
Common questions
How many Medicare Advantage plans are in Nueces County for 2027?
CMS data shows 31 Medicare Advantage plans open to general enrollment in Nueces County for 2027, from 4 insurance companies. There are also special needs plans for people with Medicaid, certain chronic conditions, or who live in a nursing home.
Can I get Medicare help in Spanish in Corpus Christi?
Yes. 1-800-MEDICARE offers help in Spanish, and you can ask HICAP counselors or any licensed agent for a Spanish-speaking representative.
Where can I get free Medicare help in Nueces County?
Call the Texas Health Information, Counseling and Advocacy Program (HICAP) at 1-800-252-9240, or the Coastal Bend Area Agency on Aging in Corpus Christi at 361-883-3935.
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