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Health Plans of NC licensed agents help Alamance County residents compare Blue Cross NC Medicare plans for 2026, including options that work with Cone Health Alamance Regional Medical Center in Burlington, with all 9 Blue Cross NC Medicare plans available in the county reviewed at no cost.
Alamance County is home to approximately 30,000 Medicare-eligible residents (CMS 2026), representing 17.2% of the county's total population of 186,177 (U.S. Census Bureau PEP, July 2025), including adults aged 65 and older and younger individuals with qualifying disabilities. These residents are served by Medicare-participating providers anchored by Cone Health Alamance Regional Medical Center in Burlington, with additional regional access to UNC Hospitals in Chapel Hill and Duke University Hospital in Durham. Coverage options available to Alamance County beneficiaries span Medicare Advantage HMO, HMO-POS, and PPO plans, a Dual Special Needs Plan for dual-eligible residents, standalone Part D prescription drug plans, and Medicare Supplement plans that allow access to any Medicare-accepting provider nationwide.
Plan Name | Type | Monthly Premium |
|---|---|---|
Blue Medicare Medical Only | HMO-POS | $0.00/month |
Blue Medicare Essential | HMO | $0.00/month |
Blue Medicare Essential Plus | HMO-POS | $0.00/month |
Blue Medicare Choice | HMO | $0.00/month |
Blue Medicare Enhanced | HMO-POS | $30.00/month |
Blue Medicare PPO Enhanced | PPO | $35.00/month |
Blue Medicare Freedom+ | HMO-POS | $0.00/month |
Healthy Blue Medicare (D-SNP) | HMO-POS | $0.00/month |
Blue Medicare Rx Enhanced PDP | PDP | $163.20/month |
Medicare Advantage HMO plans in Alamance County connect enrolled members to a defined in-network provider group anchored by the Cone Health Alamance Regional Medical Center system in Burlington.
Medicare Advantage HMO-POS plans give Alamance County residents the flexibility to access both in-network local providers and certain out-of-network providers when medically necessary.
Medicare Advantage PPO plans allow Alamance County beneficiaries broader freedom to visit specialists, including those at Alamance Ear Nose and Throat LLP, with or without a referral requirement.
Medicare Supplement plans, also known as Medigap, allow Alamance County residents to use any Medicare-accepting provider nationwide, including Duke University Hospital and UNC Hospitals, without network restrictions.
Part D Prescription Drug Plans are available as standalone coverage for Alamance County residents who remain on Original Medicare and need help managing prescription costs at local pharmacies.
The Dual Special Needs Plan serves Alamance County residents who qualify for both Medicare and Medicaid, coordinating benefits across both programs through a single integrated plan.
Blue Cross NC offers a range of Medicare plan structures in Alamance County for 2026, including HMO, HMO-POS, PPO, a standalone Part D prescription drug plan, and a Dual Special Needs Plan, each designed to match different levels of network flexibility and benefit richness. The plan type a beneficiary selects directly affects which local providers, specialists, and regional health systems are accessible at the lowest out-of-pocket cost, making it important to review network details carefully before enrolling. Understanding how each plan structure interacts with local providers in Alamance County, from primary care physicians to specialists such as those at the Alamance Regional Pain Clinic, is a key step in choosing coverage that supports ongoing healthcare needs.
HMO plans require Alamance County members to use a defined in-network provider group and generally require a primary care physician referral to see specialists within the Cone Health system.
HMO-POS plans add a point-of-service feature that allows Alamance County residents to access certain out-of-network providers when needed, offering more flexibility than a standard HMO structure.
PPO plans give Alamance County beneficiaries the broadest network access among Medicare Advantage options, allowing visits to specialists such as those at Alamance Ear Nose and Throat LLP without a referral and with the ability to see out-of-network providers at a higher cost-share.
The standalone Part D prescription drug plan is designed for Alamance County residents who prefer to keep Original Medicare and add separate drug coverage, pairing with any Medicare-accepting pharmacy in the area.
For 2026, Blue Cross NC Medicare Advantage plans in Alamance County range from $0.00 per month for plans including Blue Medicare Medical Only, Blue Medicare Essential, Blue Medicare Essential Plus, Blue Medicare Choice, Blue Medicare Freedom+, and Healthy Blue Medicare DSNP, to $30.00 per month for Blue Medicare Enhanced and $35.00 per month for Blue Medicare PPO Enhanced (BCBSNC plan documents 2026). The standalone Blue Medicare Rx Enhanced PDP is priced at $163.20 per month for Alamance County residents who need prescription drug coverage alongside Original Medicare (BCBSNC plan documents 2026). With a county median household income of $65,651 (U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2024), some Alamance County residents may qualify for cost-reduction programs such as Extra Help or the Medicare Savings Program, which can significantly lower monthly premium and out-of-pocket costs for eligible beneficiaries.
Part A: $0 premium for most Alamance County residents who paid Medicare taxes for 10 or more years. The Part A hospital deductible is $1,736 in 2026.
Part B: $202.90 per month standard premium in 2026, an increase from $185.00 in 2025. Higher-income residents pay more through income-related monthly adjustment amounts.
Medicare Supplement (Medigap): $80 to $300 or more per month depending on plan letter and age, covers gaps not paid by Original Medicare.
Alamance County residents can choose from Medicare plans offered by several insurance companies for 2026, including Aetna Medicare, Blue Cross NC, Devoted Health, HealthTeam Advantage, Humana, UnitedHealthcare, and Wellcare, among others (CMS 2026). Health Plans of NC is an independent authorized agency specializing in Blue Cross NC Medicare plans, and our licensed agents help Alamance County residents compare Blue Cross NC options to find the plan that best matches their doctors, medications, and budget. Blue Cross NC, also known as Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina, offers 9 Medicare plans in Alamance County for 2026 (CMS 2026), spanning HMO, HMO-POS, PPO, a standalone Part D Prescription Drug Plan, and a Dual Special Needs Plan for dual-eligible beneficiaries. Blue Cross NC plan networks in Alamance County connect enrolled members to providers within the Cone Health system, including Cone Health Alamance Regional Medical Center in Burlington, as well as regional facilities such as UNC Hospitals in Chapel Hill and Duke University Hospital in Durham.
Health Plans of NC are authorized Blue Cross NC agents helping Alamance County residents compare and enroll in Blue Cross NC Medicare plans at no cost.
Alamance County residents with limited income and resources may qualify for Extra Help, also known as the Low Income Subsidy, which can reduce Part D prescription drug costs to near zero for eligible beneficiaries enrolled in a standalone Part D plan or a Medicare Advantage plan with drug coverage. The Medicare Savings Program can cover Part B premiums and reduce other cost-sharing for qualifying residents, providing meaningful relief for those on fixed incomes. With an uninsured rate of 10.2% and a poverty rate of 13.4% in Alamance County (U.S. Census Bureau ACS), a significant share of local Medicare beneficiaries may be eligible for one or more of these assistance programs. Health Plans of NC agents check eligibility for all available assistance programs at no cost to the resident, helping ensure those who qualify are enrolled in the most affordable coverage available.
Extra Help, also called the Low Income Subsidy, can dramatically reduce Part D prescription drug premiums and copays for eligible Alamance County residents who meet income and asset limits.
The Medicare Savings Program may cover Part B premiums entirely for qualifying Alamance County residents, as well as reduce deductibles and cost-sharing under Original Medicare.
Alamance County residents enrolled in both Medicare and NC Medicaid may qualify for the Healthy Blue Medicare DSNP, which coordinates both coverages into a single integrated plan at $0.00 per month.
NC Medicaid may provide additional coverage for low-income Alamance County residents who do not yet qualify for Medicare or who need benefits that Medicare does not cover.
Health Plans of NC agents help Alamance County residents apply for Extra Help, Medicare Savings Programs, and DSNP enrollment at no cost and with no obligation.
7 Medicare insurance companies offer plans in Alamance County for 2026 (CMS 2026), including Aetna Medicare, Blue Cross NC, Devoted Health, HealthTeam Advantage, Humana, UnitedHealthcare, and Wellcare.
Blue Cross NC offers 9 Medicare plans in Alamance County (CMS 2026), including HMO, HMO-POS, and PPO options.
Blue Cross NC Medicare Advantage plans in Alamance County are available starting at $0.00/month beyond the standard Part B premium (BCBSNC plan documents 2026).
Alamance County has 186,177 residents as of July 2025 (U.S. Census Bureau PEP 2025). Median household income is $65,651 (U.S. Census Bureau ACS 2024).
Cone Health Alamance Regional Medical Center and other local health systems are in-network for most Blue Cross NC Medicare Advantage plans in Alamance County.
Dual-eligible residents may qualify for D-SNP plans that coordinate both Medicare and Medicaid benefits.
Health Plans of NC licensed agents serve Alamance County residents at no cost, specializing in Blue Cross NC Medicare plans and helping residents find the plan that best fits their doctors, medications, and budget. Call 800-797-0327 to speak with a licensed agent and schedule a free telephone appointment to review your Blue Cross NC options for 2026.
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Plan availability, premiums, deductibles, provider networks, and county demographics for Alamance County are sourced from CMS Medicare Advantage Landscape Files (2026), Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina plan documents, the North Carolina Department of Insurance (NCDOI/SHIIP), and the U.S. Census Bureau American Community Survey. Content is reviewed after annual CMS landscape releases and Open Enrollment periods.
CMS Medicare Advantage Landscape Files (2026)
Medicare.gov Plan Finder
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of North Carolina Plan Documents (2026)
North Carolina Department of Insurance (NCDOI/SHIIP)
U.S. Census Bureau — American Community Survey (ACS)
North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services (NC Medicaid)
NC Department of Commerce — QCEW Largest Employers by County (2025)
Local health system and hospital provider directories
Plan details can change. Always verify the most current information on Medicare.gov or Healthcare.gov before enrolling.
Hospital | Address | Phone |
|---|---|---|
Chatham Hospital | 475 Progress Blvd, Siler City, NC 27344 | (919) 799-4000 |
Cone Health Alamance Regional Medical Center | 1240 Huffman Mill Rd, Burlington, NC 27215 | (336) 538-7000 |
Cone Health Annie Penn Hospital | 618 S Main St, Reidsville, NC 27320 | (336) 951-4000 |
Cone Health Behavioral Health | 700 Walter Reed Dr, Greensboro, NC 27403 | (336) 832-9700 |
Cone Health Medcenter High Point | 2630 Willard Dairy Rd, High Point, NC 27265 | (336) 884-3777 |
Cone Health Moses Cone Hospital | 1121 N Church St, Greensboro, NC 27401 | (336) 832-7000 |
Cone Health Wesley Long Hospital | 2400 W Friendly Ave, Greensboro, NC 27403 | (336) 832-1000 |
Cone Health Women's & Children's | 1121 N Church St, Greensboro, NC 27401 | (336) 832-6500 |
Duke Children's Hospital & Health Center | 2301 Erwin Rd, Durham, NC 27705 | (919) 668-4000 |
Duke Regional Hospital | 3643 N Roxboro St, Durham, NC 27704 | (919) 470-4000 |
Duke University Hospital | 2301 Erwin Rd, Durham, NC 27705 | (919) 684-8111 |
Durham VA Medical Center | 508 Fulton St, Durham, NC 27705 | (919) 286-0411 |
High Point Medical Center | 601 N Elm St, High Point, NC 27262 | (336) 878-6000 |
Kindred Healthcare | 2401 S Side Blvd, Greensboro, NC 27406 | (336) 604-2300 |
Lenox Baker Children's Hospital | 3000 Erwin Rd, Durham, NC 27705 | (919) 684-6669 |
North Carolina Specialty Hospital | 3916 Ben Franklin Blvd, Durham, NC 27704 | (919) 956-9300 |
Person Memorial Hospital | 615 Ridge Rd, Roxboro, NC 27573 | (336) 599-2121 |
Randolph Health | 364 White Oak St, Asheboro, NC 27203 | (336) 625-5151 |
Select Specialty Hospital - Durham | 3643 N Roxboro St #6, Durham, NC 27704 | (984) 569-4040 |
Select Specialty Hospital - Greensboro | 1200 N Elm St #5, Greensboro, NC 27401 | (336) 832-5700 |
UNC Hospitals | 101 Manning Dr, Chapel Hill, NC 27514 | (984) 974-1000 |
UNC Rockingham Health Care | 117 E Kings Hwy, Eden, NC 27288 | (336) 623-9711 |
Clinic | Address | Phone |
|---|---|---|
Alamance Ear Nose & Throat LLP | 4030 Oaks Professional Pkwy #201, Burlington, NC 27215 | (336) 226-0660 |
Alamance Regional Medical Center | 1240 Huffman Mill Rd, Burlington, NC 27215 | (336) 538-7000 |
Alamance Regional Pain Clinic | 1236 Huffman Mill Rd #2000, Burlington, NC 27215 | (336) 538-7180 |
Cone Health COVID-19 Testing | 1238 Huffman Mill Rd, Burlington, NC 27215 | (336) 890-1140 |
Cone Health Mebane Physical Therapy | 102 Medical Park Dr, Mebane, NC 27302 | (919) 304-5060 |
Cone Health Medcenter Mebane | 3940 Arrowhead Blvd #110, Mebane, NC 27302 | (919) 568-7300 |
Sleep Disorders Center | 1248 Huffman Mill Rd #101, Burlington, NC 27215 | (866) 937-6692 |
Health Center of Hillsborough | 401 Meadowlands Dr #101, Hillsborough, NC 27278 | (919) 241-5032 |
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Alamance County ZIP Codes include: 27215, 27217, 27302, 27253, 27244, 27298, 27349, 27258, 27220, 27340, 27201, 27202, 27216, and 27359
