Medicare Advantage in Lee County, Texas. About 4,348 Medicare beneficiaries live here, with roughly 46 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.
Lee County, TX has 4,348 Medicare beneficiaries per CMS Q1 2024 data, with about 46% enrolled in Medicare Advantage. The top medicare advantage carriers are Humana, UnitedHealthcare, Aetna. We compare these plans for free and never charge a fee.
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The Lee County medicare advantage market
About 46% of Lee County's 4,348 Medicare beneficiaries are in Medicare Advantage — right around the national norm — so you'll find a genuine mix of competitive MA plans and Medigap options here rather than a one-sided market. Humana currently leads the county by enrollment, but the lowest total-cost plan for your specific drugs and doctors is often a smaller carrier — which is why we run all of them side by side instead of pushing the biggest name. Right now roughly 18 Medicare Advantage plans are available in Lee County, so a side-by-side comparison genuinely matters. Medicare Advantage enrollment figures reflect the latest CMS data (May 2026).
Lee County at a glance
Population (2024 ACS)
17,971
Medicare beneficiaries
4,348
MA penetration
46%
Age 65 or older
21%
What makes Lee County different: Lee County has no hospital within its own borders - the county seat of Giddings is served only by clinics and urgent care - and the nearest hospital it historically relied on, St. Mark's Medical Center about 18 miles south near La Grange (Fayette County), closed in October 2023, leaving Lee County's Medicare beneficiaries to travel to hospitals in Smithville, Caldwell, or Brenham for inpatient and emergency care.
Top Medicare Advantage plans in Lee County
Humana
4.5-star CMS rating
UnitedHealthcare (Sierra Health and Life)
3.5-star CMS rating
Aetna
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 Lee County
Each Medicare Advantage plan builds its own provider network — a hospital that's in-network
on one plan may be out-of-network on another. Lee County has 3
major hospital systems. Before you enroll, check that your preferred hospital and physicians
participate in the specific plan you're considering.
Or skip the cross-checking — we run network checks against your prescriptions and doctors
at no cost during any consult.
Medicare AEP opens in 131 days
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Outside the windows, Special Enrollment Periods (SEP) still let you change plans if you moved, lost coverage, qualify for Extra Help / dual eligible, or had a plan terminated. Call to see if you qualify.
Major hospitals: Ascension Seton Smithville Hospital (Smithville, TX), CHI St. Joseph Health Burleson Hospital (Caldwell, TX), Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Brenham
Frequently Asked Questions
How many Medicare beneficiaries live in Lee County?▾
About 4,348 Texans in Lee County are enrolled in Medicare as of May 2026 CMS data. About 46% are in Medicare Advantage plans; the rest are in Original Medicare (with or without Medigap).
Who are the top Medicare carriers in Lee County?▾
The largest carriers in Lee County are Humana, UnitedHealthcare (Sierra Health and Life), Aetna. We work with all of them and a few smaller carriers that often have better rates for specific situations.
What SHIP resources are available in Lee County?▾
Texas HICAP (Health Information, Counseling and Advocacy Program) (1-800-252-9240) provides free unbiased Medicare counseling. Major hospitals in the county include Ascension Seton Smithville Hospital (Smithville, TX), CHI St. Joseph Health Burleson Hospital (Caldwell, TX), Baylor Scott & White Medical Center - Brenham.
How many Medicare Advantage plans are available in Lee County?▾
As of May 2026, about 18 Medicare Advantage plans are available to Lee County residents, led by UnitedHealth Group, Inc., CVS Health Corporation, Humana Inc., Baylor Scott & White Health. We compare all of them side by side at no cost.
Why are Medicare beneficiaries in Lee County facing unique challenges with access to hospitals?▾
Lee County has no hospital within its own borders. Historically, the county relied on St. Mark's Medical Center near La Grange, which closed in October 2023. This leaves Medicare beneficiaries traveling up to 18 miles for inpatient and emergency care to hospitals in Smithville, Caldwell, or Brenham.
When can I enroll in a Part C plan if I'm currently enrolled in traditional Medicare?▾
You can enroll during the Annual Enrollment Period (AEP) from October 15th to December 7th. You can also enroll outside of AEP due to certain life changes or special enrollment periods (SEPs).
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