Medicare Advantage in Rusk County, Texas. About 11,433 Medicare beneficiaries live here, with roughly 53 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.

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Rusk County Medicare Advantage — quick answer

Rusk County, TX has 11,433 Medicare beneficiaries per CMS Q1 2024 data, with about 53% enrolled in Medicare Advantage. The top medicare advantage carriers are UnitedHealthcare, Humana, Cigna HealthSpring. We compare these plans for free and never charge a fee.

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The Rusk County medicare advantage market

About 53% of Rusk County's 11,433 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. UnitedHealthcare 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 22 Medicare Advantage plans are available in Rusk County, so a side-by-side comparison genuinely matters. Medicare Advantage enrollment figures reflect the latest CMS data (May 2026).

Rusk County at a glance

Population (2024 ACS)
55,078
Medicare beneficiaries
11,433
MA penetration
53%
Age 65 or older
18%

What makes Rusk County different: Rusk County sits atop the East Texas Oil Field; the October 1930 oil strike near Joinerville set off a boom that swelled the county from about 32,000 residents to roughly 65,000 by 1936. County seat Henderson is served by UT Health Henderson, a 42-bed hospital with a Level IV Trauma Center.

Top Medicare Advantage plans in Rusk County

  • UnitedHealthcare (AARP)

    4-star CMS rating

  • Humana

    4-star CMS rating

  • Cigna HealthSpring

    3.5-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 Rusk 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. Rusk 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

  • UT Health Henderson (Henderson)

Call each hospital's billing office directly — or use the carrier's network tool on the right to search by hospital name.

Top Rusk carriers — network lookup

Free help in Rusk County: Texas HICAP — call 1-800-252-9240. SHIP counselors offer free unbiased Medicare guidance and can run network checks at no cost.

Or skip the cross-checking — we run network checks against your prescriptions and doctors at no cost during any consult.

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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.

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Local resources in Rusk County

Frequently Asked Questions

How many Medicare beneficiaries live in Rusk County?

About 11,433 Texans in Rusk County are enrolled in Medicare as of May 2026 CMS data. About 53% are in Medicare Advantage plans; the rest are in Original Medicare (with or without Medigap).

Who are the top Medicare carriers in Rusk County?

The largest carriers in Rusk County are UnitedHealthcare (AARP), Humana, Cigna HealthSpring, WellCare. 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 Rusk County?

Texas HICAP (1-800-252-9240) provides free unbiased Medicare counseling. Major hospitals in the county include UT Health Henderson (Henderson).

How many Medicare Advantage plans are available in Rusk County?

As of May 2026, about 22 Medicare Advantage plans are available to Rusk County residents, led by UnitedHealth Group, Inc., Humana Inc., Health Care Service Corporation, CVS Health Corporation. We compare all of them side by side at no cost.

How does the oil industry impact Medicare Advantage plans in Rusk County?

The unique oil industry presence in Rusk County has historically attracted a younger workforce, which can affect plan offerings and availability. Local residents may find tailored plans that consider both older retirees and working-age individuals.

When should I enroll in Medicare Advantage if I live near Henderson?

You can enroll during the Annual Enrollment Period (AEP) from October 15 to December 7 each year. Additionally, special enrollment periods may apply for life changes like moving or losing other coverage.

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