ACA Health Insurance in Matagorda County, Texas. About 8,166 Medicare beneficiaries live here, with roughly 54 percent in Medicare Advantage plans. Top carriers include Humana and UnitedHealthcare. For free help comparing plans, call Giron Agency, a licensed Texas agency, or visit gironagency.com.
Matagorda County ACA Health Insurance — quick answer
Matagorda County, TX has about 36,736 residents per the 2024 ACS 5-year estimates (18% age 65 or older). The leading insurance carriers serving the county for aca health insurance include Humana, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna. We compare options at no cost to you.
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The Matagorda County aca health insurance market
Matagorda County has about 36,736 residents, 18% of them 65 or older. For aca health insurance, the carriers with the strongest local presence include Humana, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna — 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 Matagorda 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).
Matagorda County at a glance
Population (2024 ACS)
36,736
Medicare beneficiaries
8,166
MA penetration
54%
Age 65 or older
18%
What makes Matagorda County different: Matagorda County's coastal Gulf economy spans rice farming, turf-grass production, offshore oil and gas, the Celanese petrochemical complex, and the South Texas Project nuclear station near Bay City. Healthcare is anchored by the 58-bed nonprofit Matagorda Regional Medical Center, which opened in July 2009 on the county hospital district campus in Bay City.
Top carriers in Matagorda County
Humana
4-star CMS rating
UnitedHealthcare
4-star CMS rating
Aetna
4-star CMS rating
Wellpoint (Anthem/BCBS)
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 Matagorda 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. Matagorda County has 1
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
▸Matagorda Regional Medical Center (Bay City)
Call each hospital's billing office directly — or use the carrier's
network tool on the right to search by hospital name.
Major hospitals: Matagorda Regional Medical Center (Bay City)
Frequently Asked Questions
How many people live in Matagorda County?▾
Matagorda County has about 36,736 residents per the 2024 ACS 5-year estimates; 18% are age 65 or older.
Who are the top insurers in Matagorda County?▾
The largest carriers in Matagorda County are Humana, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna, Wellpoint (Anthem/BCBS). 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 Matagorda County?▾
Texas HICAP (1-800-252-9240) provides free unbiased Medicare counseling. Major hospitals in the county include Matagorda Regional Medical Center (Bay City).
How does the local rice farming industry affect health insurance options in Matagorda County?▾
The rice farming industry here may impact group plans, but individuals can explore ACA Marketplace plans. Get a free quote to see what’s available.
When is the best time for seniors to enroll in ACA plans in Matagorda County?▾
Seniors should consider enrolling during Annual Enrollment Period (AEP) from Oct 15 to Dec 7, or Special Enrollment Periods if there are life changes. Always check eligibility and costs.
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