ACA Health Insurance in Lamar County, Texas. About 11,966 Medicare beneficiaries live here, with roughly 38 percent in Medicare Advantage plans. Top carriers include UnitedHealthcare and Humana. For free help comparing plans, call Giron Agency, a licensed Texas agency, or visit gironagency.com.
Lamar County, TX has about 51,664 residents per the 2024 ACS 5-year estimates (19% age 65 or older). The leading insurance carriers serving the county for aca health insurance include UnitedHealthcare, Humana, WellCare. We compare options at no cost to you.
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The Lamar County aca health insurance market
Lamar County has about 51,664 residents, 19% of them 65 or older. For aca health insurance, the carriers with the strongest local presence include UnitedHealthcare, Humana, WellCare — but the right fit depends on your household size, income, and which doctors you want to keep. We compare UnitedHealthcare against every other carrier serving Lamar 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).
Lamar County at a glance
Population (2024 ACS)
51,664
Medicare beneficiaries
11,966
MA penetration
38%
Age 65 or older
19%
What makes Lamar County different: Lamar County sits between the Red River and the Sulphur River in far northeast Texas, with Paris its county seat and a manufacturing hub. Campbell's opened its 1.5-million-square-foot Paris plant in 1964 and ended namesake soup production there in 2024, refocusing the facility on Prego pasta sauce and Pace salsa; the 154-bed Paris Regional Health system is the county's largest employer.
Top carriers in Lamar County
UnitedHealthcare (AARP Medicare Advantage)
4-star CMS rating
Humana
4-star CMS rating
WellCare (Centene)
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 Lamar 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. Lamar 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
▸Paris Regional Health (Paris Regional Medical Center)
▸Paris Regional Health Emergency 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: Paris Regional Health (Paris Regional Medical Center), Paris Regional Health Emergency Center
Frequently Asked Questions
How many people live in Lamar County?▾
Lamar County has about 51,664 residents per the 2024 ACS 5-year estimates; 19% are age 65 or older.
Who are the top insurers in Lamar County?▾
The largest carriers in Lamar County are UnitedHealthcare (AARP Medicare Advantage), Humana, 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 Lamar County?▾
Texas HICAP (1-800-252-9240) provides free unbiased Medicare counseling. Major hospitals in the county include Paris Regional Health (Paris Regional Medical Center), Paris Regional Health Emergency Center.
How does the local manufacturing hub affect ACA plan options for workers at Campbell's plant?▾
The presence of Campbell's plant in Paris offers employment to many, which can impact health insurance needs. Matt helps navigate plans suitable for both employed and self-employed individuals.
When is the best time to enroll in ACA plans for seniors living near Paris, Texas?▾
Seniors should review their options during Annual Enrollment Period (AEP) from Oct 15 to Dec 7. Outside of this period, open enrollment and special enrollment periods may apply if there are qualifying life events.
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