Find Your Most Affordable Health Insurance Plan in Hyde County
in North Carolina
Hyde County residents can compare 10 health insurance options for 2026.
Blue Advantage gives you access to our largest nationwide network. This is a good option if you want a broad choice of in-network doctors, specialists and hospitals.
More in-network providers in North Carolina, with over 95% of doctors and 98% of hospitals in-network1
Fewer restrictions on which providers you can see
Nationwide access to in-network providers through BlueCard®2
Emergency services covered at the in-network benefit level regardless of where you go for care
Notes
Blue Cross NC Provider Internal Data; percentages indicated represent the Blue Cross NC PPO Network as of April 7, 2025.
Covered in nearly 200 countries and territories worldwide through the Blue Cross and Blue Shield Association BlueCard program. www.geo-blue.com/ (Accessed March 2025). BlueCard coverage varies for each Blue Cross and Blue Shield plan. For more complete details, including benefits, limitations, and exclusions, please refer to your certificate of coverage.
Blue Advantage is available on and off Marketplace to residents in all North Carolina counties EXCEPT the following, where it is available only off Marketplace: Alamance, Anson, Cabarrus, Caswell, Chatham, Cleveland, Davidson, Davie, Durham, Forsyth, Franklin, Gaston, Johnston, Lee, Lincoln, Mecklenburg, Orange, Person, Rowan, Stanly, Stokes, Surry, Union, Wake, and Yadkin.
Blue Care gives you access to our largest statewide network. This is a good option if you want a broad choice of in-network doctors, specialists and hospitals.
More than 92% of doctors and 97% of hospitals in North Carolina are in-network.1
All doctors outside the Blue Care provider network are considered out-of-network and not covered. Out-of-network benefit coverage is not available except for emergency services, urgent care and for medically necessary covered services when an in-network provider is not reasonably available per the access to care standards of Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina (Blue Cross NC).
Out-of-state providers are also out-of-network and not covered. When traveling outside of North Carolina or the United States, only emergency services and urgent care will be covered at the in-network benefit level. All other non-emergency services will be out-of-network and not covered.
Blue Care is available in all North Carolina counties, except: Alamance, Caswell, Chatham, Durham, Franklin, Johnston, Lee, Orange, Person, and Wake.
in North Carolina
Find affordable health insurance in Hyde County, NC with Health Plans of NC. Health Plans of NC helps Hyde County residents find affordable health insurance coverage through licensed agents who understand the local community, including major employers like Rose Acre Farms and Hyde County Schools. Whether you are looking for an individual plan, family coverage, or help understanding your options, Health Plans of NC provides free guidance every step of the way.
Plan Network | Type | Network Coverage |
|---|---|---|
Blue Advantage | PPO | Largest nationwide network, 95%+ of NC doctors in-network |
Blue Care | PPO | Broad statewide network, 92%+ of NC doctors in-network |
Hyde County is home to approximately 4,625 residents, a population that has grown 0.8% since 2020, with 2.0% of residents being foreign-born, reflecting a community with diverse coverage needs. Major employers such as Rose Acre Farms, Hyde County, Hyde County Schools, the NC Department of Adult Corrections, and the NC Department of Transportation provide a foundation for employer-sponsored coverage, while health systems including Vidant Pungo Hospital and ECU Health serve the county's medical needs. Hyde County residents have access to a full range of coverage options, from ACA Marketplace plans to Medicaid, CHIP, employer-sponsored insurance, COBRA, short-term plans, and small business SHOP coverage.
ACA Marketplace plans through Blue Cross NC are available to Hyde County residents who do not receive coverage through employers like Hyde County Schools or Rose Acre Farms.
Medicaid coverage through North Carolina's expanded program is available to qualifying Hyde County residents, including those connected to the community through ECU Health and Vidant Pungo Hospital services.
Employer-sponsored insurance is a common coverage source for Hyde County workers employed by major local employers such as Hyde County, the NC Department of Transportation, and the NC Department of Adult Corrections.
Short-term health plans may serve as a temporary bridge for Hyde County residents between jobs or waiting for open enrollment, though they do not offer the same protections as ACA Marketplace coverage.
COBRA continuation coverage allows Hyde County workers who leave employment with local employers like Rose Acre Farms to maintain their existing health benefits for a limited period after job separation.
Small business SHOP plans are available to eligible Hyde County small employers who want to offer group health coverage to their employees through the ACA Marketplace.
For 2026, Hyde County residents can choose from 10 Blue Cross NC plans available across two distinct plan networks, Blue Advantage and Blue Care, both offered as PPO-type plans that give members flexibility in accessing providers. Blue Advantage operates as a PPO with the largest nationwide network, covering 95% or more of North Carolina doctors in-network, while Blue Care operates as a PPO with a broad statewide network covering 92% or more of NC doctors in-network. Both networks connect Hyde County residents to regional healthcare resources including Outer Banks Hospital in Nags Head and Washington Regional Medical Center in Plymouth.
Blue Advantage, a PPO network, provides Hyde County residents access to the largest nationwide provider network, with 95% or more of North Carolina doctors participating in-network.
Blue Care, a PPO network, offers Hyde County residents a broad statewide network with 92% or more of North Carolina doctors in-network, covering regional facilities close to the county.
Both the Blue Advantage and Blue Care PPO networks include access to Outer Banks Hospital in Nags Head, one of the closest hospital resources available to Hyde County residents.
Washington Regional Medical Center in Plymouth is accessible to Hyde County enrollees through both the Blue Advantage and Blue Care PPO plan networks offered for 2026.
PPO plan structures available through both Blue Advantage and Blue Care allow Hyde County residents to see specialists and out-of-area providers with greater flexibility than restrictive network types.
Health Plans of NC agents can review both Blue Advantage and Blue Care network options side-by-side to help Hyde County residents confirm that their preferred local doctors and facilities are in-network before enrolling.
Bronze plans in Hyde County start at approximately $602.31/month before subsidies. With a median household income of $47,338, many residents qualify for premium tax credits. Subsidies may reduce your monthly premium significantly based on income.
Bronze plans in Hyde County start at $602.31 per month for a 35-year-old before premium tax credits are applied, making them the lowest-premium tier available for 2026.
Silver plans start at $789.34 per month for a 35-year-old before subsidies, and Silver-tier plans are the only tier eligible for cost-sharing reductions that lower deductibles and out-of-pocket costs.
Gold plans start at $828.33 per month for a 35-year-old before subsidies, offering lower out-of-pocket costs at the point of care in exchange for higher monthly premiums.
Hyde County's median household income of $47,338 places many residents within the income range that qualifies for advance premium tax credits, potentially reducing monthly plan costs by hundreds of dollars.
Households earning between 100% and 400% of the federal poverty level qualify for premium tax credits, and those earning just above Medicaid eligibility thresholds may qualify for very low or zero-dollar Silver plan premiums.
Health Plans of NC provides free personalized quotes for Hyde County residents that include exact subsidy calculations so enrollees can see their true out-of-pocket monthly costs before choosing a plan.
Blue Cross NC is the sole ACA Marketplace carrier offering plans in Hyde County for 2026, with 10 total plans available to individuals and families across the county. These plans are offered through two PPO network options, Blue Advantage and Blue Care, giving Hyde County residents a choice between the largest nationwide network and a broad statewide network. Blue Advantage connects Hyde County enrollees to an extensive nationwide provider network, while Blue Care provides strong statewide coverage including access to regional hospitals and health systems serving the area. The network a Hyde County resident selects directly determines which local doctors, specialists, and hospitals they can visit at in-network rates, making it important to confirm provider participation before enrolling. Health Plans of NC agents compare every available Blue Cross NC plan side-by-side at no cost, helping Hyde County residents find the right combination of network, premium, and benefits for their situation.
Blue Cross NC: the sole ACA Marketplace carrier in Hyde County for 2026, offering 10 PPO plans across the Blue Advantage and Blue Care networks, spanning Bronze, Silver, Gold, and Catastrophic coverage tiers.
North Carolina expanded Medicaid in December 2023, extending free or low-cost coverage to adults earning up to 138% of the federal poverty level, and many Hyde County residents may now qualify who were previously ineligible. Hyde County currently has an uninsured rate of 11.5%, representing approximately 1,000 residents without coverage, many of whom may be eligible for Medicaid or subsidized Marketplace plans and are not yet enrolled. Children in Hyde County households earning up to 210% of the federal poverty level may qualify for NC Health Choice, the state's CHIP program, which provides low-cost coverage for qualifying minors. Health Plans of NC offers free eligibility checks to help Hyde County families determine whether they qualify for Medicaid, CHIP, or a subsidized Marketplace plan.
Working adults in Hyde County who earn at or below 138% of the federal poverty level may now qualify for North Carolina Medicaid expansion coverage at little to no monthly cost.
Children in Hyde County families with incomes up to 210% of the federal poverty level may be eligible for NC Health Choice, the state CHIP program, which covers doctor visits, dental, and preventive care.
Pregnant women in Hyde County may qualify for Medicaid coverage that includes prenatal care, delivery, and postpartum services, with eligibility extending to higher income levels than standard adult Medicaid.
With a poverty rate of 22.4%, a significant share of Hyde County's population may qualify for Medicaid or cost-sharing reductions, making an eligibility check with Health Plans of NC an important first step.
Hyde County residents with disabilities or low fixed incomes, including seniors who do not qualify for Medicare alone, may be eligible for dual coverage through both Medicaid and Medicare programs.
Health Plans of NC licensed agents serve Hyde County residents at no cost, comparing every available Blue Cross NC plan side-by-side and guiding each client through enrollment from start to finish. Call Health Plans of NC today at 800-797-0327 to get personalized plan recommendations and find the coverage that fits your needs and budget.
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Hospital | Address | Phone |
|---|---|---|
ECU Health Bertie Hospital | 1403 S King St, Windsor, NC 27983 | (252) 794-6600 |
ECU Health Chowan Hospital | 211 Virginia Rd, Edenton, NC 27932 | (252) 482-8451 |
ECU Health Edgecombe Hospital | 111 Hospital Dr, Tarboro, NC 27886 | (252) 641-7700 |
ECU Health North Hospital | 250 Smith Church Rd, Roanoke Rapids, NC 27870 | (252) 535-8011 |
ECU Health Roanoke-Chowan Hosp | 500 Academy St S, Ahoskie, NC 27910 | (252) 209-3000 |
Martin General Hospital | 310 S Mccaskey Rd, Williamston, NC 27892 | (252) 809-6300 |
Outer Banks Hospital | 4800 S Croatan Hwy, Nags Head, NC 27959 | (252) 449-4500 |
Sentara Albemarle Medical Ctr | 1144 N Road St, Elizabeth City, NC 27909 | (252) 335-0531 |
Washington Regional Med Ctr | 958 US Highway 64 E, Plymouth, NC 27962 | (252) 793-4135 |
Clinic | Address | Phone |
|---|---|---|
ECU Health Endocrinology-Ahsk | 226 Academy St S, Ahoskie, NC 27910 | (252) 209-3991 |
ECU Health Family Medicine | 1124 Harvey Point Rd, Hertford, NC 27944 | (252) 426-2946 |
ECU Health Family Medicine | 1385 Medical Center Dr # 4942, Roanoke Rapids, NC 27870 | (252) 537-9176 |
ECU Health Heart-Vascular Care | 220 Smith Church Rd, Roanoke Rapids, NC 27870 | (252) 537-9268 |
ECU Health Internal Medicine | 104 Mark Dr, Edenton, NC 27932 | (252) 482-5171 |
ECU Health Multispecialty | 113 Virginia Rd, Edenton, NC 27932 | (252) 482-3047 |
ECU Health Neurology-Edenton | 203 Earnhart Dr # B, Edenton, NC 27932 | (252) 482-5868 |
ECU Health Orthopedics-Roanoke | 171 N Carolina 125, Roanoke Rapids, NC 27870 | (252) 537-5631 |
ECU Health Pulmonology-Ahoskie | 222 Academy St S, Ahoskie, NC 27910 | (252) 209-3440 |
ECU Health Sleep Medicine | 240 Smith Church Rd # A, Roanoke Rapids, NC 27870 | (252) 535-1082 |
Halifax Regional Med Ctr Inc | 250 Smith Church Rd, Roanoke Rapids, NC, 27870, Not AvailableIsland Medical Ctr, 715 US Highway 64, Manteo, NC 27954 | (252) 473-2500 |
Sentara Vascular Specialists | 5200 N Croatan Hwy # 6, Kitty Hawk, NC 27949 | (252) 255-6125 |
Signature Healthcare | 305 E 14th St, Roanoke Rapids, NC 27870 | (252) 537-6181 |
Vidant Sleep Medicine-Roanoke | 240 Smith Church Rd, Roanoke Rapids, NC 27870 | (252) 535-1082 |
Hyde County ZIP Codes include: 27824, 27826, 27875, 27885, and 27960
