Missaukee County Medicare at a glance
| Missaukee County | Michigan | |
|---|---|---|
| Residents age 65 and older | 3,460 | 1,926,752 statewide |
| Share of residents age 65+ | 22.6% | 19.2% statewide |
| People with Medicare | 4,334 | 2,334,917 statewide |
| Enrolled in Medicare Advantage | 2,783 | 1,484,072 statewide |
| Medicare Advantage share | 64.2% | 63.6% statewide |
Sources: Census Bureau 2023 estimates and CMS Medicare Advantage penetration, September 2026.
With roughly 3,460 residents age 65 and older, Missaukee County is 74th among 83 Michigan counties for older residents. That group is 22.6% of its population, compared with 19.2% across Michigan. About 1,242 more people are 60 to 64 and are heading toward Medicare; our turning 65 guide explains their first steps. By age, the 65-and-older group splits 60% ages 65 to 74, 31% ages 75 to 84 and 9% age 85 and up (Census 2023). Medicare Advantage enrollment in Missaukee County is 64.2% of people with Medicare, close to the Michigan average of 63.6%. What most people do in a county is less important than what fits you. We weigh Medicare Advantage against Original Medicare with Medigap using your doctors, your drugs and your budget.
Who has Medicare in Missaukee County
Missaukee County is a rural county; the U.S. Department of Agriculture describes it as: urban population of fewer than 5,000, adjacent to a metro area. Rural counties tend to have fewer local hospitals and doctors, so a plan’s network and the distance to care matter a great deal.
CMS counts 4,304 Medicare beneficiaries in Missaukee County (2023). Their average age is 72, about the same as the Michigan average of 72. About 22% are “dual eligible,” meaning they have both Medicare and Medicaid, close to the state figure of 20%.
Among people in Original Medicare in Missaukee County, CMS reported about 576 emergency room visits and 168 inpatient hospital stays per 1,000 beneficiaries in 2023, which is close to the state average for emergency visits (645) and lower than it for hospital stays (245). About 8% received home health care. These figures describe how people use care under Original Medicare; they do not show what any plan covers or costs.
Sources: CMS Medicare Geographic Variation, 2023; USDA Rural-Urban Continuum Codes, 2023.
Where you live decides which Medicare Advantage and Part D plans you can join, and Missaukee County may have a different set of plans than the counties around it. We are not based in Missaukee County; we help Missaukee County residents by phone or video call.
Hospitals and doctors near Missaukee County
CMS Hospital General Information lists no acute care, critical access or children’s hospital located inside Missaukee County. Residents often use hospitals in neighboring counties, which matters for Medicare Advantage because a plan’s network may include or leave out the hospital you use. We check your hospitals and doctors before you enroll.
Where people live in Missaukee County
The largest communities in Missaukee County by 2023 Census population estimates are Lake City (839), McBain (647). Each figure counts only the people living inside the county.
ZIP codes that fall mostly inside Missaukee County include 49632, 49651, 49657, 49667. Plan availability can change by ZIP code, so have yours ready when we compare plans.
Questions about Medicare in Missaukee County?
Reach out to us: fill out our short form or call (571) 354-0146, and a licensed agent will compare the plans available to you, check your doctors and drugs, and stay with you each year at renewal. For general Medicare information, the federal helpline is 1-800-MEDICARE (1-800-633-4227).
Medicare resources from official sources
- Medicare Plan Finder on Medicare.gov, searchable by ZIP code.
- Social Security: Medicare to enroll or check status.
- Medicare.gov: Medigap on how Medicare Supplement works.
- HealthCare.gov if you are not yet on Medicare.
- Michigan Department of Insurance and Financial Services: Michigan’s insurance regulator, including agent license lookup.
Coverage we offer Missaukee County residents
Here is what we can help Missaukee County residents with, drawing on plans from many insurers: ICHRA, group health insurance, life insurance, final expense insurance, annuities, Medicare Advantage, Medicare Supplement (Medigap), Part D drug plans and ACA health insurance.
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Get my plan comparisonPlain-English Medicare answers
- Medicare Advantage vs. Medigap: how to choose
- Medicare Parts A, B, C and D explained
- What Medicare Part D actually costs
- Can I change my Medicare plan after December 7?
Missaukee County compared with similar Michigan counties
| County | Residents 65+ | Medicare Advantage share | Dual eligible share | Area type |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Lake County | 3,513 | 68.3% | 28% | Rural |
| Mackinac County | 3,325 | 57.3% | 15% | Rural |
| Montmorency County | 3,219 | 62.1% | 19% | Rural |
| Crawford County | 3,721 | 61.2% | 20% | Rural |
| Iron County | 3,797 | 56.1% | 15% | Rural |
| Alcona County | 3,881 | 58.9% | 17% | Rural |
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