ACA Health Insurance in Hendry County, Florida. About 7,504 Medicare beneficiaries live here, with roughly 59 percent in Medicare Advantage plans. Top carriers include Humana and Preferred Care Partners. For free help comparing plans, call Giron Agency, a licensed Florida agency, or visit gironagency.com.
Hendry County, FL has about 49,911 residents per the 2024 ACS 5-year estimates (14% age 65 or older). The leading insurance carriers serving the county for aca health insurance include Humana, Preferred Care Partners, UnitedHealthcare. We compare options at no cost to you.
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The Hendry County aca health insurance market
Hendry County has about 49,911 residents, 14% of them 65 or older. For aca health insurance, the carriers with the strongest local presence include Humana, Preferred Care Partners, UnitedHealthcare — but the right fit depends on your household size, income, and which doctors you want to keep. We compare Humana against every other carrier serving Hendry County at no cost, because the plan with the lowest sticker premium is rarely the one with the lowest total annual cost once subsidies, deductibles, and your prescriptions are factored in. Medicare Advantage enrollment figures reflect the latest CMS data (May 2026).
Hendry County at a glance
Population (2024 ACS)
49,911
Medicare beneficiaries
7,504
MA penetration
59%
Age 65 or older
14%
What makes Hendry County different: Hendry County is the heart of Florida's sugar belt — Clewiston is branded 'America's Sweetest Town' and U.S. Sugar farms hundreds of thousands of acres across the region, even funding equipment for the 25-bed Hendry Regional Medical Center. The county has the lowest 65-plus share (13.7%) of the five, reflecting a young agricultural workforce.
Top carriers in Hendry County
Humana
4.5-star CMS rating
Preferred Care Partners (UnitedHealth)
4.5-star CMS rating
UnitedHealthcare
4.5-star CMS rating
WellCare (Centene)
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 Hendry County
Each ACA Health Insurance plan builds its own provider network — a hospital that's in-network
on one plan may be out-of-network on another. Hendry 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
▸Hendry Regional Medical Center (Clewiston, 25-bed critical access)
▸Hendry Regional — LaBelle outpatient/medical center
Call each hospital's billing office directly — or use the carrier's
network tool on the right to search by hospital name.
Major hospitals: Hendry Regional Medical Center (Clewiston, 25-bed critical access), Hendry Regional — LaBelle outpatient/medical center
Frequently Asked Questions
How many people live in Hendry County?▾
Hendry County has about 49,911 residents per the 2024 ACS 5-year estimates; 14% are age 65 or older.
Who are the top insurers in Hendry County?▾
The largest carriers in Hendry County are Humana, Preferred Care Partners (UnitedHealth), UnitedHealthcare, WellCare (Centene). We work with all of them and a few smaller carriers that often have better rates for specific situations.
What state resources are available in Hendry County?▾
Florida SHINE — Hendry County (1-800-963-5337) provides free unbiased Medicare counseling. Major hospitals in the county include Hendry Regional Medical Center (Clewiston, 25-bed critical access), Hendry Regional — LaBelle outpatient/medical center.
How does the low 65+ population affect ACA plans in Hendry County?▾
With a younger agricultural workforce, ACA plans are designed to offer cost-effective options for those under 65, ensuring coverage remains accessible and affordable.
When is the best time to enroll in ACA plans for Hendry County residents?▾
The Annual Enrollment Period (AEP) runs from October 15 to December 7. For other changes, Special Enrollment Periods (SEPs) are available if your personal circumstances change.
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