2027 Medicare Advantage plans in Barton County, MO

Barton County at a glance for 2027

Barton County has 29 individual Medicare Advantage plans for 2027. That’s the fewest of the counties our Joplin office serves, so picking the right plan matters even more. 22 of those plans include Part D drug coverage. 7 are medical-only plans, which can work for people with drug coverage from the VA or TRICARE.

Source: CMS CY2027 Landscape and Plan Benefit Package files, Sept 2026. Individual plans, excluding Special Needs Plans. Plan availability can change. We do not offer every plan available in your area.

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How to choose a plan in Barton County

With 29 options, the cheapest-looking plan is rarely the whole story. These are the questions we go through with every Barton County client:

1. Are my doctors and hospital in network? HMO plans generally only cover in-network care except emergencies. PPO plans let you go out of network for a higher cost. That matters if you see specialists outside Lamar.
2. Are my prescriptions covered, and at what tier? Drug lists differ from plan to plan. For 2027, Part D out-of-pocket costs are capped at $2,400 a year, but your costs before that cap can vary a lot.
3. What’s my worst-case year? In-network out-of-pocket maximums in Barton County start at $2,900. A plan with a $0 premium and a high MOOP can cost more than a plan with a small premium.
4. Is a Medicare Supplement a better fit? If you travel, split time out of state, or want to see any doctor who takes Medicare, compare a Medigap plan with a standalone Part D plan.

Local Medicare resources in Barton County

Barton County residents have access to Cox Barton County Hospital, a 25-bed critical access hospital in Lamar offering emergency, primary, specialty, rehabilitation, and diagnostic services, including Level III Stroke care close to home.

• Hospitals in Barton County: Cox Barton County Hospital (Lamar). Before you pick a plan, check that the hospital you would actually use is in its network.
• Local senior services: Area Agency on Aging, Region X serves Barton County with programs like meals, transportation, and caregiver support.
• Free government counseling: CLAIM, Missouri’s free State Health Insurance Assistance Program offers unbiased Medicare counseling at no cost.

Questions about how a plan works with your local doctors and hospitals? Our Joplin office can walk you through it.

When you can enroll or switch

Most Barton County residents can change plans during the Annual Enrollment Period, October 15 – December 7, for coverage that starts January 1. Medicare Advantage members get one more change from January 1 to March 31. New to Medicare? Start with our Turning 65 guide.

Local help for Barton County

Our Joplin office helps people across Barton County, from Lamar to Liberal, Golden City, and Mindenmines. We compare the plans we represent side by side and stay your contact after you enroll. Our help is free.

Barton County Medicare FAQ

How many Medicare Advantage plans are in Barton County, MO for 2027?

CMS lists 29 individual Medicare Advantage plans in Barton County for 2027, offered by 6 insurance organizations. This count excludes Special Needs Plans.

Are there $0-premium Medicare Advantage plans in Barton County?

Yes. 25 of the 29 plans have a $0 monthly plan premium for 2027. You still pay your Medicare Part B premium, and copays, coinsurance, and deductibles still apply.

Do any Barton County plans offer a Part B giveback?

10 plans include a Part B premium reduction, sometimes called a “giveback.” The largest is $170 a month. The giveback lowers the Part B amount taken from your Social Security check. It is only one factor to weigh against networks and drug coverage.

Where is the nearest Temmen Insurance office to Lamar?

Barton County is served by our Joplin office. Call (844) 348-4138 for help by phone or to set up a time to meet.