Updated May 2026

Condition Care · Medicare Ratings

Colorectal Cancer Screening · 36567, AL

Best Medicare Plans for Colorectal Cancer Screening near 36567, AL (2026)

Colorectal cancer is highly preventable with routine screening, and plans vary in how much they help members get screened. Below is every Medicare plan available near 36567, AL, ranked by CMS's screening measure.

33
Plans CMS-Rated
for Colorectal Cancer
82.0
Highest Score
Available
20
Local Specialists
on This Site
66.27%
Adults in 36567
Affected (CDC)
Data Sources: CMS Medicare Part C & D Star Ratings (2025) for plan-level quality on condition-specific measures. CDC PLACES (2025) for zip-level prevalence estimates. NPPES and CMS Physician Compare for local specialist information.
Reviewed by: Wes Ward, Founder & Data Lead • View our methodology

Important: We are not affiliated with Medicare, CMS, or any insurance plan. This page displays publicly available CMS quality data to help you research colorectal cancer screening care options. We do not sell insurance or represent any carrier. Always confirm plan details, network status, and drug formularies directly with the plan before enrolling. For official enrollment, visit Medicare.gov or call 1-800-MEDICARE.

Why Colorectal Cancer Care Quality Varies by Plan

Colorectal cancer is the third-leading cause of cancer death in the U.S. — and one of the most preventable with routine screening. CMS's colorectal-cancer screening measure looks at the share of eligible members age 50–75 who completed appropriate screening (colonoscopy, stool-based testing, or sigmoidoscopy, depending on risk and age).

Plans that score well make multiple screening options easy — mailing home stool kits, covering colonoscopies with no copay, reminder campaigns, on-site GI referral networks. Plans that score poorly often require more patient navigation than members will manage on their own. The score on this page is the single CMS Star Ratings measure for colorectal-cancer screening.

How We Rank These Plans for Colorectal Cancer

CMS publishes annual Star Ratings for Part C and Part D plans. Within those ratings, several measures are condition-specific — they directly reflect how well a plan's enrollees with colorectal cancer screening receive recommended care. For Colorectal Cancer Screening, we rank plans using the following measures:

  • Colorectal Cancer Screening Preventive
How to read the composite score: Scores range 0–100 and are a weighted average of the measures above (higher is better). As a rough guide: 85+ is excellent, 70–84 is solid, 55–69 is average, and below 55 suggests many members with colorectal cancer screening aren't receiving recommended care. A plan with a missing score isn't necessarily worse — it simply didn't report enough measures for CMS to calculate one.

A plan must report at least 1 of 1 measures to receive a composite Colorectal Cancer score. Plans reporting fewer measures are shown in a separate "Not Rated by CMS for Colorectal Cancer" cohort — this typically happens with newer plans, smaller plans, or Special Needs Plans that serve narrow populations. Read our full methodology →

Top-Rated Medicare Plans for Colorectal Cancer near 36567, AL

Of the plans available near 36567, AL, 33 have enough CMS data to receive a composite Colorectal Cancer score. The top 10 are shown below, ranked by score. Plans with the same score are ordered by premium (lowest first).

PlanColorectal Cancer ScoreStar RatingMonthly Premium
Humana Usaa Honor Giveback (PPO)
Humana
82.04.5 ★$0
Humana Full Access Giveback H7617-111 (PPO)
Humana
82.04.5 ★$0
Humanachoice H7617-091 (PPO)
Humana
82.04.5 ★$0
Devoted Dual 043 Fl (HMO D-SNP)
Devoted Health
82.05.0 ★$0
Devoted Dual Plus 042 Fl (HMO D-SNP)
Devoted Health
82.05.0 ★$3
Humanachoice H7617-090 (PPO)
Humana
82.04.5 ★$20
Humana Value Plus H7617-089 (PPO)
Humana
82.04.5 ★$28
Blue Advantage Complete (PPO)
Blue Cross And Blue Shield Of Alabama
81.03.5 ★$0
Blue Advantage Premier (PPO)
Blue Cross And Blue Shield Of Alabama
81.03.5 ★$163
Humana Usaa Honor Giveback (HMO)
Humana
80.04.5 ★$0

How to read this table: The Colorectal Cancer score is a weighted average of CMS condition-specific measures (listed above). Higher is better. Star Rating is the plan's overall CMS Star Rating (1-5) across all measures. "Monthly Premium" is the base premium; actual cost depends on your situation. Drug formularies and provider networks vary by plan — always verify before enrolling.

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See full premium, deductible, drug tier, and star-rating detail for all Medicare plans near 36567, AL. The 36567, AL plan page is our most complete comparison view.

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Other Plans Available (Not Rated by CMS for Colorectal Cancer)

Some Medicare plans in your area don't report enough data on colorectal cancer screening measures for CMS to compute a condition-specific score. This typically happens with newer plans, smaller plans, or Special Needs Plans that serve narrow populations. These plans aren't necessarily worse — they just can't be ranked on Colorectal Cancer care specifically:

  • Aarp Medicare Rx Preferred From Uhc (PDP) — Unitedhealthcare
  • Aarp Medicare Rx Preferred From Uhc (PDP) — Unitedhealthcare
  • Aarp Medicare Rx Saver From Uhc (PDP) — Unitedhealthcare
  • Aarp Medicare Rx Saver From Uhc (PDP) — Unitedhealthcare
  • Bluemedicare Complete Rx (PDP) — Florida Blue
  • Bluemedicare Premier Rx (PDP) — Florida Blue
  • Bluerx Enhanced Plus (PDP) — Bluerx (Pdp)
  • Bluerx Essential (PDP) — Bluerx (Pdp)
  • Healthspring Assurance Rx (PDP) — Healthspring
  • Healthspring Extra Rx (PDP) — Healthspring
  • Humana Basic Rx Plan (PDP) — Humana
  • Humana Basic Rx Plan (PDP) — Humana
  • Humana Premier Rx Plan (PDP) — Humana
  • Humana Premier Rx Plan (PDP) — Humana
  • Humana Value Rx Plan (PDP) — Humana
  • Humana Value Rx Plan (PDP) — Humana
  • Silverscript Choice (PDP) — Aetna Medicare
  • Silverscript Choice (PDP) — Aetna Medicare
  • Wellcare Classic (PDP) — Wellcare
  • Wellcare Classic (PDP) — Wellcare
  • Wellcare Value Script (PDP) — Wellcare
  • Wellcare Value Script (PDP) — Wellcare

Colorectal Cancer Screening near 36567, AL

66.27%
of adults in 36567 live with colorectal cancer screening

In 36567, AL, 66.27% of eligible adults completed recent colorectal cancer screening. That's similar to the national average of 63.91%. Your personal screening rate will depend more on your plan's member outreach than on local trends — see the top CMS Colorectal Cancer scores below.

How 36567, AL compares

Baldwin County County

70.59%

Your zip lags the county.

Alabama

67.30%

In line with the state average.

National

63.91%

CDC BRFSS-derived benchmark, population-weighted.

Source: CDC PLACES (2025) — census-tract prevalence estimates rolled up to zip and county using population-weighted aggregation from census block data. State and national figures from CDC BRFSS as reported in CDC PLACES documentation. Prevalence is a crude (not age-adjusted) estimate of adults 18+.

Local Colorectal Cancer Specialists

The doctors below are in or near 36567, AL and practice in specialties directly relevant to colorectal cancer screening care. Plan network participation varies — always confirm with the practice and your plan before your first visit.

Jonathan P. Francis

Gastroenterology · 13.7 mi away
— Medicare patients/yr

Nathaniel Winstead

Gastroenterology · 13.7 mi away
618 Medicare patients/yr

James D. Stallworth, Jr.

Primary Care · 3.0 mi away
94 Medicare patients/yr

Amy P. Younce

Primary Care · 3.0 mi away
224 Medicare patients/yr

View all doctors near 36567, AL →

Hospitals Serving 36567, AL Residents

For colorectal cancer screening care that requires hospitalization — procedures, surgeries, or emergency admissions — these are the nearest hospitals with full quality profiles on our site:

Baldwin Health

11.7 mi away
4 ★ CMS overall

Thomas Hospital

13.8 mi away
3 ★ CMS overall

Eastpointe Hospital

14.2 mi away
Not rated by CMS

Usa Health Children's & Women's Hospital

25.9 mi away
Not rated by CMS

Mobile Infirmary Medical Center

25.9 mi away
2 ★ CMS overall

View all hospitals near 36567, AL →

36567, AL Community Context

Factors beyond plan ratings and doctor networks affect colorectal cancer screening outcomes. Neighborhood safety, transportation access, and broadband availability (for telehealth) all shape how successfully someone manages colorectal cancer screening. These data points are drawn from our sister sites:

Neighborhood Safety

B

Block-level crime analysis from CrimeGrade.org. Safety affects willingness to keep appointments and take walks.

Coverage & Economic Context

6.1%

Of residents lack health insurance · 2.8% unemployment rate. Coverage gaps and economic stress disrupt chronic-care continuity. See the full neighborhood profile at BestNeighborhood.org.

Telehealth Readiness

58.3510

Households with fiber broadband — reliable internet makes chronic-care check-ins easier. Check your address at ISPReports.org.

These community-context indicators come from our sister sites — independent of the Medicare data above — and are included because the environment a person lives in shapes how successfully they manage a chronic condition. Zip-level detail helps explain why identical plans can produce different outcomes in different neighborhoods.

Your Next Steps

If you or a family member has colorectal cancer screening, here's a practical checklist for choosing a Medicare plan:

  • Check the Colorectal Cancer score column above. A higher composite score means the plan's existing members with colorectal cancer screening receive recommended care more consistently.
  • Verify your specialists are in-network. Plan networks vary by carrier. See local Colorectal Cancer doctors and call their offices to confirm your shortlisted plans are accepted.
  • Check your medications. If you take prescription drugs for colorectal cancer screening, confirm they're on the plan's formulary at an affordable tier. Drug coverage changes every January.
  • Look at the Medication Adherence measure. CMS separately measures how consistently a plan's members stay on their medications. High adherence scores correlate with plans that proactively support chronic-care patients.
  • Respect the enrollment window. You can only switch plans during specific periods. Review enrollment dates →
Compare All Medicare Plans near 36567, AL → Local Colorectal Cancer Specialists

Colorectal Cancer Screening & Medicare: Common Questions

How is the Colorectal Cancer score calculated for plans near 36567, AL?
The score is a weighted average (0–100) of CMS's condition-specific quality measures. For Colorectal Cancer Screening, CMS tracks several measures including clinical outcomes, medication adherence, and preventive services — the exact measures are listed in the "How We Rank These Plans" section above. Each plan's score reflects how well its enrollees with colorectal cancer screening are actually receiving recommended care. See our full methodology →
What if no plan near 36567, AL has a Colorectal Cancer score?
Smaller plans, newer plans, and some Special Needs Plans don't report enough data on colorectal cancer screening measures for CMS to compute a score. That doesn't mean those plans are worse — it just means you can't compare them head-to-head on colorectal cancer screening care specifically. For those plans, look at the overall Star Rating, call the plan's member services, and verify that your specialists are in-network before enrolling.
Are my specialists in-network with the top-rated Colorectal Cancer plans near 36567, AL?
Plan networks vary by carrier and by year. The most reliable answer comes from calling each specialist's office directly — plan provider directories are often out of date. We list local specialists near 36567, AL further down this page; once you've shortlisted 1–2 plans, call each office and ask whether they accept that specific plan.
Do these plan scores predict my personal experience with colorectal cancer screening?
They're directional, not deterministic. A plan's Colorectal Cancer score reflects how well its existing members with colorectal cancer screening are being cared for on average. Your own experience will depend heavily on which primary-care physician and specialists you see, whether your medications are on the plan's formulary, and how proactive you are about preventive visits. That said, plans with consistently low scores usually have systemic problems worth avoiding.
When can I change my Medicare plan if I want a better Colorectal Cancer plan?
For most Medicare beneficiaries, the main opportunity is the Annual Enrollment Period (October 15 – December 7) for a January 1 effective date. Medicare Advantage members also have a Medicare Advantage Open Enrollment Period (January 1 – March 31) to switch MA plans or return to Original Medicare. Special Enrollment Periods apply in some situations (moving, losing employer coverage, dual-eligibility changes). Review all enrollment dates →

About the Reviewer

Wes Ward

Wes Ward

Founder & Data Lead

Wes Ward reviews all condition pages and methodology for data accuracy. Every CMS measure, prevalence statistic, and plan ranking goes through a validation pipeline before publication. We display only publicly available CMS and CDC data; you never need to enter personal information to see any of it.

With 25+ years in data analytics — including work with highly regulated genomic data at Ancestry.com — Wes brings enterprise-level rigor to healthcare transparency. He is also a co-founder of BestNeighborhood.org, CrimeGrade.org, and ISPReports.org. Those sister sites power the community-context section on this page.

Data sources: CMS Medicare Part C & D Star Ratings (2025), CDC PLACES (2025), CMS NPPES, CMS Physician Compare, CrimeGrade.org, BestNeighborhood.org, ISPReports.org. This page is for informational purposes only and is not medical advice. Always consult a licensed clinician about colorectal cancer screening management and verify plan details directly before enrolling. Read our full methodology →Privacy policy

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