Medicare Advantage in Victoria County, Texas. About 19,881 Medicare beneficiaries live here, with roughly 54 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.
Victoria County, TX has 19,881 Medicare beneficiaries per CMS Q1 2024 data, with about 54% enrolled in Medicare Advantage. The top medicare advantage carriers are Humana, UnitedHealthcare, WellCare. We compare these plans for free and never charge a fee.
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The Victoria County medicare advantage market
About 54% of Victoria County's 19,881 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 16 Medicare Advantage plans are available in Victoria County, so a side-by-side comparison genuinely matters. Medicare Advantage enrollment figures reflect the latest CMS data (May 2026).
Victoria County at a glance
Population (2024 ACS)
93,124
Medicare beneficiaries
19,881
MA penetration
54%
Age 65 or older
18%
What makes Victoria County different: Victoria is the commercial hub of Texas's Crossroads region, anchored by the DeTar Healthcare System (DeTar Hospital Navarro and DeTar Hospital North) and the county-owned Citizens Medical Center, a ~300-bed acute-care hospital serving a 12-county region. The local economy leans on petrochemical, oil-and-gas services and manufacturing, and Hispanic residents make up roughly 49% of the population.
Top Medicare Advantage plans in Victoria County
Humana
4-star CMS rating
UnitedHealthcare (AARP)
4-star CMS rating
WellCare
3.5-star CMS rating
Cigna HealthSpring
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 Victoria 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. Victoria 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
▸DeTar Hospital Navarro (Victoria)
▸DeTar Hospital North (Victoria)
▸Citizens Medical Center (Victoria)
Call each hospital's billing office directly — or use the carrier's
network tool on the right to search by hospital name.
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.
Major hospitals: DeTar Hospital Navarro (Victoria), DeTar Hospital North (Victoria), Citizens Medical Center (Victoria)
Frequently Asked Questions
How many Medicare beneficiaries live in Victoria County?▾
About 19,881 Texans in Victoria County are enrolled in Medicare as of May 2026 CMS data. About 54% are in Medicare Advantage plans; the rest are in Original Medicare (with or without Medigap).
Who are the top Medicare carriers in Victoria County?▾
The largest carriers in Victoria County are Humana, UnitedHealthcare (AARP), WellCare, Cigna HealthSpring. 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 Victoria County?▾
Texas HICAP (Health Information, Counseling and Advocacy Program) (1-800-252-9240) provides free unbiased Medicare counseling. Major hospitals in the county include DeTar Hospital Navarro (Victoria), DeTar Hospital North (Victoria), Citizens Medical Center (Victoria).
How many Medicare Advantage plans are available in Victoria County?▾
As of May 2026, about 16 Medicare Advantage plans are available to Victoria County residents, led by UnitedHealth Group, Inc., Humana Inc., CVS Health Corporation, Centene Corporation. We compare all of them side by side at no cost.
How does Medicare Advantage fit for seniors living near Victoria?▾
In Victoria County, over 54% of beneficiaries choose Medicare Advantage. Given the area's unique healthcare landscape, including major hospitals like DeTar Healthcare System and Citizens Medical Center, MA plans offer comprehensive coverage tailored to local needs.
When can I enroll in a Medicare Advantage plan?▾
You can enroll during Annual Enrollment Period (AEP) from Oct 15 to Dec 7 each year. Additionally, you may qualify for Special Enrollment Periods if you have a life event like moving to Victoria County or experiencing a change in your health.
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