Medicare Advantage 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 7,504 Medicare beneficiaries per CMS Q1 2024 data, with about 59% enrolled in Medicare Advantage. The top medicare advantage carriers are Humana, Preferred Care Partners, UnitedHealthcare. We compare these plans for free and never charge a fee.
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The Hendry County medicare advantage market
About 59% of Hendry County's 7,504 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. Only 14% of Hendry residents are 65 or older, so it's a younger county where fewer agents specialize in Medicare locally — exactly the gap a dedicated Florida agent fills. 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. Right now roughly 13 Medicare Advantage plans are available in Hendry County, so a side-by-side comparison genuinely matters. 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 Medicare Advantage plans 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 Medicare Advantage 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.
Or skip the cross-checking — we run network checks against your prescriptions and doctors
at no cost during any consult.
Medicare AEP opens in 131 days
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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.
Major hospitals: Hendry Regional Medical Center (Clewiston, 25-bed critical access), Hendry Regional — LaBelle outpatient/medical center
Frequently Asked Questions
How many Medicare beneficiaries live in Hendry County?▾
About 7,504 Floridians in Hendry County are enrolled in Medicare as of May 2026 CMS data. About 59% are in Medicare Advantage plans; the rest are in Original Medicare (with or without Medigap).
Who are the top Medicare carriers 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 SHIP 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 many Medicare Advantage plans are available in Hendry County?▾
As of May 2026, about 13 Medicare Advantage plans are available to Hendry County residents, led by UnitedHealth Group, Inc., Humana Inc., Centene Corporation, Guidewell Mutual Holding Corporation. We compare all of them side by side at no cost.
How does Medicare Advantage fit for the young agricultural workforce in Hendry County?▾
Given the unique demographic with a younger agricultural workforce, many choose Medicare Advantage for its additional benefits like vision and dental coverage, which are not typically included in Original Medicare. Our local agent can help you find a plan that fits your specific needs.
When is the best time to enroll in Medicare Advantage in Hendry County?▾
You can enroll during Annual Enrollment Period (AEP) from October 15th to December 7th. Additionally, Special Enrollment Periods (SEPs) are available for life changes like moving to Clewiston or losing other coverage. Speak with a local agent to ensure you're making the right choice.
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