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Health Plans of NC helps Greene County, NC residents compare all 7 available Medicare plans for 2026 from Blue Cross NC, including options that connect to local facilities like UNC Health Wayne and regional specialists in Greenville, at no cost and with no obligation.
Greene County, NC has a population of 20,421, and approximately 3,000 residents are Medicare-eligible, representing 16.9% of the county population. Medicare coverage options available in Greene County include Medicare Advantage HMO and HMO-POS plans, a Dual Special Needs Plan for those on both Medicare and Medicaid, and a standalone Part D prescription drug plan. Key health systems serving Greene County Medicare beneficiaries include UNC Health Wayne in Goldsboro and regional facilities such as ECU Health Medical Center in Greenville, along with local access points like Snow Hill Medical Center at 1106 Kingold Blvd and Goshen Medical Center in Fremont.
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 Enhanced | HMO-POS | $47.00/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 are available in Greene County and provide coordinated care through defined networks that include regional providers affiliated with UNC Health Wayne.
Medicare Advantage HMO-POS plans offer Greene County residents more flexibility than a standard HMO by allowing some out-of-network access, useful when visiting ECU Health Medical Center specialists in Greenville.
Medicare Supplement (Medigap) plans are available to Greene County residents who prefer to use any Medicare-accepting provider nationwide, including Wayne Memorial Hospital in Goldsboro and ECU Health facilities.
Part D Prescription Drug Plans are available as standalone coverage for Greene County residents enrolled in Original Medicare or a Medicare Supplement plan who need help with prescription costs.
Dual Special Needs Plans (D-SNP) are available in Greene County for residents who qualify for both Medicare and Medicaid, providing coordinated benefits and access to local community care clinics like Goshen Medical Center in Fremont.
For 2026, Blue Cross NC offers seven Medicare plans in Greene County, including Medicare Advantage HMO and HMO-POS options, a Dual Special Needs Plan, and a standalone Part D prescription drug plan. These plans connect Greene County residents to provider networks that include regional facilities such as ECU Health Medical Center in Greenville, Wayne Memorial Hospital, and local clinics like Snow Hill Medical Center at 1106 Kingold Blvd. Verifying that your preferred providers, including any specialists at UNC Health Wayne or ECU Health, are in-network for the specific plan you choose is essential before enrolling.
Blue Medicare Medical Only, HMO-POS, $0.00 per month, provides Greene County residents with hospital and medical coverage through a network that includes regional facilities near Snow Hill and Goldsboro.
Blue Medicare Essential, HMO, $0.00 per month, offers coordinated care through a defined HMO network that may include primary care providers serving Greene County and surrounding communities.
Blue Medicare Essential Plus, HMO-POS, $0.00 per month, adds point-of-service flexibility to the Essential plan structure, allowing some access to providers outside the core network in cases such as specialist referrals to ECU Health in Greenville.
Blue Medicare Enhanced, HMO-POS, $47.00 per month, is a higher-tier plan that typically offers enhanced benefits such as lower copays or additional coverage, suitable for Greene County residents who anticipate more frequent healthcare utilization.
Blue Medicare Freedom+, HMO-POS, $0.00 per month, gives Greene County beneficiaries a no-premium option with point-of-service access, useful for those who occasionally need care at out-of-network providers like Wayne Memorial Hospital.
Healthy Blue Medicare DSNP, HMO-POS, $0.00 per month, is designed for Greene County residents who qualify for both Medicare and Medicaid, combining benefits and connecting members to local clinics including Goshen Medical Center in Fremont.
Blue Medicare Rx Enhanced PDP, standalone Part D prescription drug plan, $163.20 per month, provides prescription drug coverage for Greene County residents on Original Medicare or a Medigap plan, with pharmacy access in the Snow Hill and Goldsboro areas.
Greene County's median household income of $50,904 means that monthly plan premiums and out-of-pocket costs represent a meaningful share of many residents' retirement budgets, making side-by-side plan comparison especially important. For 2026, Medicare Advantage plan premiums in Greene County range from $0.00 per month for plans like Blue Medicare Essential and Blue Medicare Freedom+ to $47.00 per month for Blue Medicare Enhanced, while the standalone Blue Medicare Rx Enhanced PDP carries a monthly premium of $163.20. Given the county's income profile, many Greene County residents may qualify for cost-reduction programs such as Extra Help or Medicare Savings Programs that can significantly lower out-of-pocket expenses, and Health Plans of NC can identify those opportunities at no cost.
Part A: $0 premium for most Greene 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.
Blue Cross NC is the Medicare carrier offering plans in Greene County for 2026, with a total of 7 plans available to county residents. Plan types offered by Blue Cross NC in Greene County include Medicare Advantage HMO, Medicare Advantage HMO-POS, a Dual Special Needs Plan (D-SNP), and a standalone Part D Prescription Drug Plan. Blue Cross NC networks in Greene County connect members to regional health systems including UNC Health Wayne in Goldsboro and ECU Health Medical Center in Greenville, as well as local access points such as Snow Hill Medical Center and Goshen Medical Center in Fremont. Choosing the right plan type is critical because HMO plans require Greene County residents to use in-network providers for non-emergency care, which directly affects access to specialists at Wayne Memorial Hospital and ECU Health facilities. Health Plans of NC compares every available Blue Cross NC Medicare plan side-by-side for Greene County residents at no cost and with no sales pressure.
Blue Cross NC, offering Medicare Advantage HMO, Medicare Advantage HMO-POS, D-SNP, and Part D Prescription Drug Plan types, with 7 total plans available in Greene County for 2026.
Greene County's uninsured rate of 15.8% and poverty rate of 22.4% mean that a significant share of residents may qualify for Medicare financial assistance programs that can dramatically reduce their healthcare costs. Extra Help, also known as the Low Income Subsidy, is a federal program that can reduce Part D prescription drug costs to near zero for qualifying Greene County residents based on income and resources. Medicare Savings Programs can help eligible residents have their Part B premium covered by Medicaid, and the Healthy Blue Medicare D-SNP plan is specifically designed for Greene County residents who qualify for both Medicare and Medicaid, providing coordinated benefits at no monthly premium. Health Plans of NC checks eligibility for all available assistance programs at no cost, ensuring Greene County residents do not miss savings they are entitled to receive.
Extra Help (Low Income Subsidy) can reduce or eliminate Part D prescription drug plan premiums and copays for qualifying Greene County residents with limited income and resources.
Medicare Savings Programs may cover the Part B premium and other cost-sharing expenses for eligible Greene County residents, providing meaningful monthly savings for those on fixed incomes.
The Healthy Blue Medicare D-SNP plan in Greene County is available at $0.00 per month for residents who qualify for both Medicare and Medicaid, offering coordinated access to local clinics and regional health systems.
NC Medicaid may provide additional coverage for low-income Greene County residents who do not yet qualify for Medicare, and Health Plans of NC can help clarify which program best fits each person's situation.
Health Plans of NC agents screen Greene County residents for all available assistance programs at no cost and guide eligible individuals through the application process with no obligation to enroll.
Health Plans of NC licensed agents serve Greene County residents at no cost, comparing every available Medicare plan side-by-side and assisting with enrollment, plan changes, and financial assistance applications. Call 800-797-0327 today to speak with an agent who knows the Greene County market and can help you find the right coverage with no pressure and no obligation.
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Hospital | Address | Phone |
|---|---|---|
Carolina East Medical Ctr | 2000 Neuse Blvd, New Bern, NC 28560 | (252) 633-8111 |
Carteret Health Care | 3500 Arendell St, Morehead City, NC 28557 | (252) 499-6000 |
Cherry Hospital | 1401 W Ash St, Goldsboro, NC 27530 | (919) 947-7000 |
ECU Health Beaufort Hosp A | 628 E 12th St, Washington, NC 27889 | (252) 975-4100 |
ECU Health Maynard Children's | 2102 Stantonsburg Rd, Greenville, NC 27834 | (252) 816-3714 |
ECU Health Medical Ctr | 2100 Stantonsburg Rd, Greenville, NC 27834 | (252) 847-4100 |
UNC Lenoir Health Care | 100 Airport Rd, Kinston, NC 28501 | (252) 522-7000 |
Walter B Jones Alcohol & Drug | 2577 W 5th St, Greenville, NC 27834 | (252) 830-3426 |
Wayne MEMORIAL Hospital | 2605 Medical Office Pl, Goldsboro, NC 27534 | (919) 731-6112 |
Wayne UNC Health Care | 2700 Wayne Memorial Dr, Goldsboro, NC 27534 | (919) 736-1110 |
Clinic | Address | Phone |
|---|---|---|
Abhishek K Mishra MD | 701 Doctors Dr, Kinston, NC 28501 | (252) 559-2200 |
Acupuncture Of Eastern NC | 1425 S Glenburnie Rd # 6, New Bern, NC 28562 | (252) 665-3294 |
Audit-Tel | , Greenville, NC 27858 | (252) 353-3331 |
Cape Carteret Family Medicine | 1057d Cedar Point Blvd # D, Cedar Point, NC 28584 | (252) 764-2121 |
Community Care Plan-Eastern | 521 Moye Blvd # C, Greenville, NC 27834 | (252) 816-0830 |
East Carolina Heart Inst | 526 Moye Blvd, Greenville, NC 27834 | (252) 847-5755 |
East Carolina Univ Family Med | 101 Heart Dr, Greenville, NC 27834 | (252) 744-4611 |
East Coast Onsite Medical Care | 505 Greenville Blvd SE, Greenville, NC 27858 | (252) 754-2273 |
Ecu Department-Family Medicine | 101 Heart Dr, Greenville, NC 27834 | (252) 744-2607 |
ECU Health Bover Hospital | 1209 Brown St, Washington, NC 27889 | (252) 975-4308 |
ECU Health Family Medicine-LA | 101 S Carey St, La Grange, NC 28551 | (252) 566-4021 |
ECU Health Gamma Knife Ctr | 2100 Stantonsburg Rd, Greenville, NC 27834 | (252) 847-2611 |
ECU Health Gastroenterology | 521 Moye Blvd # C, Greenville, NC 27834 | (252) 816-0800 |
ECU Health Heart-Vascular Care | 701 Doctors Dr # B, Kinston, NC 28501 | (252) 559-2200 |
ECU Health Sleep Ctr-Grnvll | 4 Doctors Park Medical Dr, Greenville, NC 27834 | (252) 847-7500 |
Goshen Medical Ctr-Fremont | 109 S Sycamore St, Fremont, NC 27830 | (919) 242-4382 |
Goshen Medical Ctr | 2001 Neuse Blvd, New Bern, NC 28560 | (910) 219-1082 |
Goshen Medical Ctr | 325 N Carolina Highway 55, Mount Olive, NC 28365 | (919) 658-5900 |
Healthfirst Medical Ctr Inc | 1201 Carolina Ave, Washington, NC 27889 | (252) 833-0365 |
Lindsey Roberson FNP | 701 Doctors Dr, Kinston, NC 28501 | (252) 559-2200 |
Med Center 1 | 1688 E Arlington Blvd, Greenville, NC 27858 | (252) 353-1464 |
Miracles In Sight | 620 Red Banks Rd, Greenville, NC 27858 | (252) 751-0785 |
Snow Hill Medical Ctr | 1106 Kingold Blvd, Snow Hill, NC 28580 | (252) 747-2921 |
UNC Family Medicine At Rswd | 2600 US Highway 70 W, Goldsboro, NC 27530 | (919) 739-4808 |
Vidant Medical Ctr | 3900 E 10th St, Greenville, NC 27858 | (252) 847-4325 |
Vidant Outpatient Rehab | 2310 Stantonsburg Rd, Greenville, NC 27834 | (252) 847-6603 |
Vitality Health & Wellness | 1429 E Fire Tower Rd # 104, Greenville, NC 27858 | (252) 364-2802 |
Westcare Innovative Healthcare | 2710 Beddard Rd, Grimesland, NC 27837 | (252) 754-0920 |
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• Coverage for the costs not covered by Original Medicare (Parts A and B) • The freedom to see any Medicare-participating provider nationwide that accepts Medicare • Rates as low as $31.50 per month1 • Flexibility to change plans • Fitness benefit and hearing benefit on all five plans
With some insurers, you can get locked into a plan that may not be right for you. But thanks to our exclusive Blue-to-Blue program, if your needs change over time, Blue Cross NC gives you the flexibility to switch Medicare plans:2 • Without additional medical exams • Without underwriting or additional health questions • Without any hassle
You cannot be turned down for Blue Medicare Supplement, and may not have to complete a medical questionnaire, if you meet all of the following criteria: • You are age 65 or older, or under age 65 and are eligible for Medicare due to disability3 • You enroll within six months of enrolling in Medicare Part B • You are not covered by certain Medicaid programs • You are a resident of North Carolina
If you enroll early, you may be eligible for a Medicare Supplement plan without waiting periods for pre-existing conditions. If you wait until after your deadline to enroll, you may have a waiting period for pre-existing conditions.
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Always talk with your doctor before starting an exercise program.
TruHearing covers one hearing aid per ear per year for a low copay of $499 for Standard hearing aids, $699 for Advanced hearing aids or $999 for Premium hearing aids. Also, as part of the program, a TruHearing provider will help you choose the best hearing aid for your lifestyle and unique hearing needs.
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Notes: • For costs and further details of the coverage, including exclusions, any reductions or limitations, and terms under which the policy may be continued in force, contact your agent or the company. • Plan A: BMS A, 1/26; Plan G: BMS G, 1/26; Plan G-HD: BMS HDG, 1/26;Plan K: BMS K, 1/26; Plan N: BMS N, 1/26. • Agent/Agency is an independent authorized Agent/Agency licensed to sell and promote products from Blue Cross NC. The content contained in this site is maintained by Agent/Agency. • Medicare Supplement insurance plans are not connected with or endorsed by the U.S. government or the federal Medicare program. • Policy benefits are limited to those approved by Medicare for payment.
Disclaimers: • Blue Cross NC contracts with independent companies to provide supplemental benefits. These companies are responsible for the services they provide. They do not provide Blue Cross or Blue Shield products or services. Marks and trade names are property of their respective owners. This fitness program is not an insurance offering. • SilverSneakers is a registered trademark of Tivity Health, Inc. © 2025Tivity Health, Inc. All rights reserved. • TruHearing is a registered trademark of TruHearing, Inc. TruHearing is an independent company and does not offer Blue Cross or Blue Shield products or services. This program may change or be discontinued at any time. This is not an insurance offering.
1 Example for a female non-smoker, age 65. Premium rates can vary based on a number of factors. Contact Blue Cross NC or your Authorized Independent Agent to learn more. 2 Blue-to-Blue is only available when you switch from one Blue Cross NC medical plan (limitations apply) to a Blue Cross NC Medicare plan. You may only switch during designated times of the year. Certain other limits apply. Contact the plan or your Authorized Independent Agent for more information. 3 Guaranteed acceptance for those under age 65 who have Medicare due to disability is limited to Plan A and Plan G. 4 Participating locations (PL) are not owned or operated by Tivity Health, Inc. or its affiliates. Use of PL facilities and amenities is limited to terms and conditions of PL basic membership. Facilities and amenities vary by PL. Inclusion of specific PLs is not guaranteed and PL participation may differ by health plan. 5 Membership includes SilverSneakers instructor-led group
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Greene County ZIP Codes include: 27888, 28538, 28554, and 28580
