Medica Advantage Essential (PPO) (H8889-022) in 2027
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PPO: about this plan type · Legal name: MEDICA HEALTH PLANS
This plan is new for 2027. It wasn't in CMS's 2026 plan list, so there is no 2026 plan to compare. It is offered in 11 counties in 2027.
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Costs and Star Rating
| What | 2027 |
|---|---|
| Monthly premium (without Extra Help) | $20 a month |
| Maximum you pay for covered medical care | $7,150 (in-network) |
| Drug deductible | $700 |
| Overall star rating (from CMS) | 4 out of 5 stars |
PPO plans also have a limit for in- and out-of-network care combined. See Medicare Plan Finder.
CMS rates contracts, so plans under one contract share its rating. For costs with Extra Help, use the lookup.
What Happens Next
To see this plan next to the other plans offered in your county, use the lookup.
These numbers come from CMS's plan files. If you're in this plan, confirm with your Annual Notice of Change or the letter from your plan.
Source: CMS CY2027 Landscape, data as of October 18, 2026 (release 202610). Enrollment: CMS Monthly Enrollment by Contract/Plan/State/County, October 2026. Plan moves: CMS 2027 Plan Crosswalk, file dated October 1, 2026. See how we get our numbers.