Final Expense in Cameron County, Texas. About 73,351 Medicare beneficiaries live here, with roughly 75 percent in Medicare Advantage plans. Top carriers include Humana Gold Plus H4007 and WellMed Medicare Advantage. For free help comparing plans, call Giron Agency, a licensed Texas agency, or visit gironagency.com.
Cameron County, TX has about 425,000 residents per the 2024 ACS 5-year estimates (14% age 65 or older). The leading insurance carriers serving the county for final expense include Humana Gold Plus H4007, WellMed Medicare Advantage, Amerigroup Texas. We compare options at no cost to you.
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The Cameron County final expense market
Cameron County has about 425,000 residents, 14% of them 65 or older. For final expense, the carriers with the strongest local presence include Humana Gold Plus H4007, WellMed Medicare Advantage, Amerigroup Texas — but the right fit depends on your household size, income, and which doctors you want to keep. We compare Humana Gold Plus H4007 against every other carrier serving Cameron 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).
Cameron County at a glance
Population (2024 ACS)
425,000
Medicare beneficiaries
73,351
MA penetration
75%
Age 65 or older
14%
What makes Cameron County different: Rio Grande Valley border county — 90% Hispanic, very high MA penetration. Spanish content mandatory; 'Winter Texan' snowbird inflow.
Top carriers in Cameron County
Humana Gold Plus H4007 (HMO)
4-star CMS rating
WellMed Medicare Advantage (HMO)
4-star CMS rating
Amerigroup Texas (HMO D-SNP)
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 Cameron County
Each Final Expense plan builds its own provider network — a hospital that's in-network
on one plan may be out-of-network on another. Cameron 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
▸Valley Baptist Medical Center–Brownsville
▸Valley Regional Medical Center
▸South Texas Health System–Edinburg
Call each hospital's billing office directly — or use the carrier's
network tool on the right to search by hospital name.
Major hospitals: Valley Baptist Medical Center–Brownsville, Valley Regional Medical Center, South Texas Health System–Edinburg
Frequently Asked Questions
How many people live in Cameron County?▾
Cameron County has about 425,000 residents per the 2024 ACS 5-year estimates; 14% are age 65 or older.
Who are the top insurers in Cameron County?▾
The largest carriers in Cameron County are Humana Gold Plus H4007 (HMO), WellMed Medicare Advantage (HMO), Amerigroup Texas (HMO D-SNP). 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 Cameron County?▾
TX HICAP — Lower Rio Grande Valley Development Council (1-800-252-9240) provides free unbiased Medicare counseling. Major hospitals in the county include Valley Baptist Medical Center–Brownsville, Valley Regional Medical Center, South Texas Health System–Edinburg.
What does the final expense coverage cost in Cameron County?▾
The coverage costs between $5,000 and $50,000 for funeral and burial expenses. Pricing is based on your health status.
How can I enroll in final expense insurance during AEP in Cameron County?▾
You can enroll in final expense insurance during the Annual Enrollment Period (AEP) from October 15 to December 7 each year. It's also available for Special Enrollments outside of AEP.
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