Final Expense in Maverick County, Texas. About 11,563 Medicare beneficiaries live here, with roughly 77 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.
Maverick County, TX has about 59,066 residents per the 2024 ACS 5-year estimates (12% age 65 or older). The leading insurance carriers serving the county for final expense include UnitedHealthcare, Humana, Aetna Better Health of Texas. We compare options at no cost to you.
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The Maverick County final expense market
Maverick County has about 59,066 residents, 12% of them 65 or older. For final expense, the carriers with the strongest local presence include UnitedHealthcare, Humana, Aetna Better Health of Texas — 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 Maverick 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).
Maverick County at a glance
Population (2024 ACS)
59,066
Medicare beneficiaries
11,563
MA penetration
77%
Age 65 or older
12%
What makes Maverick County different: Maverick County's seat and largest city, Eagle Pass, is a major U.S.-Mexico border crossing directly across the Rio Grande from Piedras Negras, Coahuila, and the population is roughly 95% Hispanic. The county posts an unusually high Medicare Advantage penetration — roughly three-quarters of its Medicare beneficiaries are in MA plans.
Top carriers in Maverick County
UnitedHealthcare (Physicians Health Choice of Texas)
3.5-star CMS rating
Humana
4-star CMS rating
Aetna Better Health of Texas
3.5-star CMS rating
WellCare (Centene) of Texas
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 Maverick 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. Maverick 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
â–¸Fort Duncan Regional Medical Center (Eagle Pass)
Call each hospital's billing office directly — or use the carrier's
network tool on the right to search by hospital name.
Major hospitals: Fort Duncan Regional Medical Center (Eagle Pass)
Frequently Asked Questions
How many people live in Maverick County?â–¾
Maverick County has about 59,066 residents per the 2024 ACS 5-year estimates; 12% are age 65 or older.
Who are the top insurers in Maverick County?â–¾
The largest carriers in Maverick County are UnitedHealthcare (Physicians Health Choice of Texas), Humana, Aetna Better Health of Texas, WellCare (Centene) 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 Maverick County?â–¾
Texas HICAP (1-800-252-9240) provides free unbiased Medicare counseling. Major hospitals in the county include Fort Duncan Regional Medical Center (Eagle Pass).
How does the high Medicare Advantage penetration in Maverick County affect my final expense plan?â–¾
In Maverick County, most residents over 65 are already enrolled in Medicare Advantage plans. This means your $5,000-$50,000 simplified-issue whole life insurance can complement their coverage for funeral and burial costs.
When is the best time to enroll in a final expense plan?â–¾
You can enroll at any time, but it's wise to review your options during Annual Enrollment Period (AEP) from October 15th to December 7th. Speak with Matt Giron for a free quote tailored to your needs.
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