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Tyrrell County, NC residents can compare all 7 available Medicare plans for 2026 through Health Plans of NC, with coverage options connecting to the ECU Health network and nearby regional hospitals serving this rural northeastern North Carolina county.
Tyrrell County has approximately 1,000 Medicare-eligible residents, representing about 25.5% of the county's total population of 3,376, making it one of North Carolina's highest concentrations of seniors relative to total population. Because no hospital is located within Tyrrell County itself, Medicare coverage options here must be evaluated carefully against the networks of nearby facilities including Washington Regional Medical Center in Plymouth, Sentara Albemarle Medical Center in Elizabeth City, and the ECU Health system serving Edenton, Ahoskie, and Roanoke Rapids. Residents can choose from Medicare Advantage plans, Medicare Supplement policies, a standalone Part D prescription drug plan, and a Dual Special Needs Plan designed for those enrolled in both Medicare and Medicaid.
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 through Blue Cross NC offer bundled hospital and medical coverage with access to ECU Health facilities in Edenton and Ahoskie.
Medicare Advantage HMO-POS plans allow Tyrrell County seniors some out-of-network access, which matters when traveling to specialists at ECU Health Multispecialty in Edenton or ECU Health Heart and Vascular Care in Roanoke Rapids.
Medicare Supplement (Medigap) plans pair with Original Medicare and allow Tyrrell County residents to use any Medicare-accepting provider, including Washington Regional Medical Center in Plymouth and Sentara Albemarle Medical Center in Elizabeth City.
Part D Prescription Drug Plans provide standalone drug coverage for Tyrrell County seniors who remain on Original Medicare or a Medicare Supplement plan.
Dual Special Needs Plans (D-SNP) are available for Tyrrell County residents enrolled in both Medicare and Medicaid, combining benefits and coordinating care across the ECU Health network.
Blue Cross NC offers seven Medicare plans in Tyrrell County for 2026, spanning HMO, HMO-POS, PDP, and D-SNP plan types, with most Medicare Advantage options carrying a $0 monthly premium beyond the standard Part B premium. Each plan connects Tyrrell County enrollees to a network of regional providers including ECU Health Chowan Hospital in Edenton, ECU Health Roanoke-Chowan Hospital in Ahoskie, and Washington Regional Medical Center in Plymouth. Residents should confirm that their preferred hospitals, clinics, and specialists are included in a plan's network before enrolling, especially for specialty services such as ECU Health Neurology in Edenton or ECU Health Orthopedics in Roanoke Rapids.
Blue Medicare Medical Only, HMO-POS, $0.00 per month, provides hospital and medical coverage with access to ECU Health and regional network providers.
Blue Medicare Essential, HMO, $0.00 per month, bundles hospital, medical, and typically drug coverage for Tyrrell County seniors using in-network ECU Health facilities.
Blue Medicare Essential Plus, HMO-POS, $0.00 per month, adds point-of-service flexibility for Tyrrell County residents who may need care at facilities like Sentara Albemarle Medical Center.
Blue Medicare Enhanced, HMO-POS, $47.00 per month, offers a higher level of benefits with point-of-service access to regional providers across northeastern North Carolina.
Blue Medicare Freedom+, HMO-POS, $0.00 per month, gives Tyrrell County seniors flexible network access at no additional monthly premium beyond Part B.
Healthy Blue Medicare D-SNP, HMO-POS, $0.00 per month, is designed for Tyrrell County residents who qualify for both Medicare and Medicaid, coordinating care across the ECU Health system.
Blue Medicare Rx Enhanced PDP, standalone Part D plan, $163.20 per month, provides prescription drug coverage for Tyrrell County seniors on Original Medicare or a Medicare Supplement plan.
With a median household income of $43,952, many Tyrrell County seniors are on fixed budgets where plan premiums and out-of-pocket costs require careful comparison. Six of the seven Medicare Advantage plans available in Tyrrell County for 2026 carry a $0 monthly premium, while Blue Medicare Enhanced is priced at $47.00 per month and the Blue Medicare Rx Enhanced PDP standalone drug plan is $163.20 per month. Residents whose income falls near or below program thresholds may qualify for Medicare Savings Programs or Extra Help to further reduce their out-of-pocket costs, and Health Plans of NC agents can identify every available cost-reduction option at no charge.
Part A: $0 premium for most Tyrrell 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 sole Medicare carrier offering plans in Tyrrell County for 2026, with a total of 7 plans available to eligible county residents. These plans span HMO, HMO-POS, and PDP plan types, as well as a Dual Special Needs Plan for residents who qualify for both Medicare and Medicaid. Blue Cross NC's network in northeastern North Carolina includes key regional hospitals and clinics such as Washington Regional Medical Center in Plymouth, Sentara Albemarle Medical Center in Elizabeth City, ECU Health Chowan Hospital in Edenton, and ECU Health Roanoke-Chowan Hospital in Ahoskie. Because Tyrrell County has no hospital within its borders, confirming that a chosen plan covers nearby facilities, including specialty clinics like ECU Health Neurology in Edenton and ECU Health Heart and Vascular Care in Roanoke Rapids, is critical to avoiding unexpected out-of-network costs. Health Plans of NC licensed agents compare every Blue Cross NC Medicare plan available in Tyrrell County side-by-side at no cost and with no sales pressure.
Blue Cross NC, offering Medicare Advantage HMO, HMO-POS, Part D PDP, and D-SNP plans, with 7 total plans available in Tyrrell County for 2026.
Tyrrell County has a poverty rate of 20.8% and an uninsured rate of 12.8%, meaning a substantial share of the county's seniors may qualify for one or more Medicare financial assistance programs. Extra Help, also known as the Low Income Subsidy, can reduce Part D prescription drug costs to near $0 per month for eligible Tyrrell County residents who meet federal income and asset thresholds. Medicare Savings Programs can cover some or all of the standard Part B premium for qualifying low-income residents, and the Healthy Blue Medicare D-SNP plan is available for those enrolled in both Medicare and North Carolina Medicaid. Health Plans of NC agents check eligibility for every assistance program at no cost, helping Tyrrell County residents identify all savings they qualify for before enrolling.
Extra Help (Low Income Subsidy) can dramatically reduce or eliminate monthly Part D prescription drug costs for eligible Tyrrell County seniors.
Medicare Savings Programs may cover Part B premium costs for Tyrrell County residents who meet income and asset requirements.
The Healthy Blue Medicare D-SNP plan coordinates Medicare and Medicaid benefits for dual-eligible Tyrrell County residents at $0 per month.
NC Medicaid may provide additional cost-sharing assistance for low-income Tyrrell County residents who qualify based on income and household size.
Health Plans of NC agents review eligibility for all assistance programs at no cost and help Tyrrell County residents apply without obligation.
Health Plans of NC licensed agents serve Tyrrell County residents at absolutely no cost, comparing every available Medicare Advantage, Supplement, and Part D plan side-by-side and guiding seniors through enrollment and plan changes. Call 800-797-0327 to speak with a local Medicare advisor who understands the provider networks, hospitals, and clinics that matter most to Tyrrell County residents.
Call 800-797-0327 (toll free) or 704-303-8256 to speak with a licensed Medicare agent and schedule a free appointment
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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 |
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Tyrrell County ZIP Codes include: 27925
