Final Expense in Medina County, Texas. About 11,849 Medicare beneficiaries live here, with roughly 57 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.
Medina County, TX has about 58,151 residents per the 2024 ACS 5-year estimates (17% age 65 or older). The leading insurance carriers serving the county for final expense include Humana, UnitedHealthcare, Devoted Health. We compare options at no cost to you.
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The Medina County final expense market
Medina County has about 58,151 residents, 17% of them 65 or older. For final expense, the carriers with the strongest local presence include Humana, UnitedHealthcare, Devoted Health — 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 Medina 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).
Medina County at a glance
Population (2024 ACS)
58,151
Medicare beneficiaries
11,849
MA penetration
57%
Age 65 or older
17%
What makes Medina County different: Medina County's economy is rooted in agriculture, ranking among Texas's leading producers of Spanish peanuts and onions, with Devine long dubbed the 'Onion Capital'; the 1913 Medina Dam, then the fourth-largest in the U.S., irrigates roughly 60,000 acres. The county seat moved from Castroville to Hondo by election in 1892.
Top carriers in Medina County
Humana
4-star CMS rating
UnitedHealthcare (AARP)
4-star CMS rating
Devoted Health
4.5-star CMS rating
WellCare
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 Medina 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. Medina 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
â–¸Medina Regional Hospital (Hondo)
â–¸Medina Healthcare System clinics (Devine, Castroville)
Call each hospital's billing office directly — or use the carrier's
network tool on the right to search by hospital name.
Major hospitals: Medina Regional Hospital (Hondo), Medina Healthcare System clinics (Devine, Castroville)
Frequently Asked Questions
How many people live in Medina County?â–¾
Medina County has about 58,151 residents per the 2024 ACS 5-year estimates; 17% are age 65 or older.
Who are the top insurers in Medina County?â–¾
The largest carriers in Medina County are Humana, UnitedHealthcare (AARP), Devoted Health, WellCare. 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 Medina County?â–¾
Texas HICAP (1-800-252-9240) provides free unbiased Medicare counseling. Major hospitals in the county include Medina Regional Hospital (Hondo), Medina Healthcare System clinics (Devine, Castroville).
How does the local agriculture industry affect final expense insurance options in Medina County?â–¾
In Medina County, where Spanish peanuts and onions are major crops, final expense insurance can help cover funeral costs for farmers and their families, ensuring they are prepared regardless of economic fluctuations.
When is the best time to enroll in a final expense policy in Medina County?â–¾
Enroll during Annual Election Period (AEP) from October 15 to December 7 or Special Enrollment Periods (SEPs) if you have a qualifying event. It's important to secure coverage before facing unexpected circumstances.
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