Moore County is in the Sandhills, the region around Fayetteville, Fort Bragg, Southern Pines and Lumberton, with about 108,417 residents (Census 2024 estimate). Its largest towns are Pinehurst, Southern Pines and Aberdeen.
2027 plans in Moore County at a glance
What it means if you live in Moore County
- That's the same number as in 2026, but plans can change their doctors, drugs and costs each year; check your Annual Notice of Change. Humana, Wellcare and UnitedHealthcare end some Medicare Advantage plans here while keeping others; at least 116 people in Moore County are in one of those plans. Your plan's letter says whether yours is ending; here is what to do. (CMS data)
- 15 are HMOs (you generally use the plan's network) and 24 are PPOs (which also pay out-of-network doctors, usually at a higher cost to you).
- 9 plans have no Part D drug coverage. Those suit people who get drug coverage elsewhere, such as from the VA; otherwise you could owe a late-enrollment penalty for going without it.
- Special needs plans here: 18 for people with both Medicare and NC Medicaid; 3 for people with certain chronic conditions, such as diabetes or heart failure; 2 for people who live in a nursing home or need that level of care. You can join one only if you qualify.
- Moore County ranks 36th of North Carolina's 100 counties for plans open to everyone. In the The Sandhills region (7 counties), the count runs from 32 to 40.
- At least 15,210 people in Moore County were in a Medicare Advantage plan in October 2026.
Licensed insurance agents for Moore County
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See Medicare plans in Moore County
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Original Medicare and Medigap
If you'd rather keep any doctor who takes Medicare, Original Medicare with a Medigap policy and a Part D plan works the same in every North Carolina county. Medigap in North Carolina.
Nearby counties
You can only join a Medicare Advantage plan sold in the county where you live.
| County | Plans open to everyone, 2027 | Special needs plans |
|---|---|---|
| Lee County | 31 | 20 |
| Montgomery County | 39 | 26 |
| Hoke County | 36 | 21 |
| Richmond County | 36 | 24 |
All 100 North Carolina counties.
2026 Medicare costs (the same in every county)
| Cost | 2026 |
|---|---|
| Part B premium | $202.90 a month (standard) |
| Part B deductible | $283 a year |
| Part A deductible | $1,736 per benefit period |
| Part D out-of-pocket cap | $2,100 a year |
Other places to get answers
- Medicare: 1-800-MEDICARE (1-800-633-4227), TTY 1-877-486-2048, 24 hours a day, or Medicare.gov.
- Social Security (signing up for Parts A and B, Extra Help): 1-800-772-1213, TTY 1-800-325-0778.
- NC Medicaid (NCDHHS: NC Medicaid, including the Medicare Savings Programs, called MQB in North Carolina; apply at your county Department of Social Services or online through ePASS): medicaid.ncdhhs.gov, NC Medicaid Contact Center 1-888-245-0179. NC Medicaid and Medicare.
- NC Division of Aging (NCDHHS: your area agency on aging, in-home help and caregiver support): ncdhhs.gov/divisions/aging.
- NC Department of Insurance (complaints about an insurance company or agent): file a complaint online.
- More North Carolina contacts, from appeals to fraud reporting: North Carolina Medicare contacts.
Questions about Medicare in Moore County
How many Medicare Advantage plans are there in Moore County for 2027?
CMS lists 39 open to everyone with Medicare (39 in 2026), plus 23 special needs plans for people who qualify. You still pay your Part B premium.
When can I change my Medicare plan in Moore County?
Open Enrollment runs October 15 to December 7, for coverage starting January 1. If you're in a Medicare Advantage plan, you can switch plans or go back to Original Medicare once between January 1 and March 31. If your plan leaves your county, you get a Special Enrollment Period.
How do I find a licensed insurance agent in Moore County?
Use the agent search on this page, pick one agent and request a call, to compare plans with a licensed insurance agent at no cost to you. Agents listed here are licensed in North Carolina.
Sources
Plans open to everyone are Medicare Advantage plans with or without drug coverage, not special needs plans. Enrollment counts HMO and PPO plans; CMS hides counts of 10 or fewer, so real numbers are a little higher.