ACA Health Insurance in Kaufman County, Texas. About 26,918 Medicare beneficiaries live here, with roughly 55 percent in Medicare Advantage plans. Top carriers include UnitedHealthcare / AARP Medicare Advantage and Humana Gold Plus H0028-043. For free help comparing plans, call Giron Agency, a licensed Texas agency, or visit gironagency.com.
Kaufman County ACA Health Insurance — quick answer
Kaufman County, TX has about 197,800 residents per the 2024 ACS 5-year estimates (10% age 65 or older). The leading insurance carriers serving the county for aca health insurance include UnitedHealthcare / AARP Medicare Advantage, Humana Gold Plus H0028-043, Aetna. We compare options at no cost to you.
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The Kaufman County aca health insurance market
Kaufman County has about 197,800 residents, 10% of them 65 or older. For aca health insurance, the carriers with the strongest local presence include UnitedHealthcare / AARP Medicare Advantage, Humana Gold Plus H0028-043, Aetna — but the right fit depends on your household size, income, and which doctors you want to keep. We compare UnitedHealthcare / AARP Medicare Advantage against every other carrier serving Kaufman 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).
Kaufman County at a glance
Population (2024 ACS)
197,800
Medicare beneficiaries
26,918
MA penetration
55%
Age 65 or older
10%
What makes Kaufman County different: Kaufman County is one of the fastest-growing counties in the U.S., driven by Forney's explosive eastern-DFW suburban boom - it has the youngest age profile of this group (only ~10.3% are 65+). Texas Health Resources is building Forney's first full-service acute-care hospital, a 60-bed facility on Highway 80 due to open in 2027; today Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Kaufman anchors local care.
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 Kaufman 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. Kaufman County has 3
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–¸Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Kaufman
â–¸Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Sunnyvale
â–¸Dallas Regional Medical Center (Mesquite)
Call each hospital's billing office directly — or use the carrier's
network tool on the right to search by hospital name.
Major hospitals: Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Kaufman, Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Sunnyvale, Dallas Regional Medical Center (Mesquite)
Frequently Asked Questions
How many people live in Kaufman County?â–¾
Kaufman County has about 197,800 residents per the 2024 ACS 5-year estimates; 10% are age 65 or older.
Who are the top insurers in Kaufman County?â–¾
The largest carriers in Kaufman County are UnitedHealthcare / AARP Medicare Advantage (TX-27 Extras & TX-22 Essentials, HMO-POS), Humana Gold Plus H0028-043 (HMO), Aetna, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Texas. 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 Kaufman County?â–¾
Texas HICAP (Health Information, Counseling and Advocacy Program) (1-800-252-9240) provides free unbiased Medicare counseling. Major hospitals in the county include Texas Health Presbyterian Hospital Kaufman, Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Sunnyvale, Dallas Regional Medical Center (Mesquite).
How does the younger population in Kaufman County affect my health insurance options?â–¾
With only about 10.3% of residents aged 65+, Kaufman County's ACA plans offer a mix tailored for younger individuals, including lower-cost options and broader network coverage.
When is the best time to enroll in an ACA plan in Kaufman County?â–¾
Open Enrollment Period (OEP) runs from November 1 to December 15. However, special enrollment periods may apply if you experience a life event like losing coverage or having a baby.
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