Denton County, Texas: health insurance
What Denton County residents should know about Medicare, marketplace plans and Medicaid.
Denton County at a glance
| State | Texas |
|---|---|
| Population (2023 est.) | 1,007,703 |
| Population rank in Texas | 7 of 254 |
| Land area | 879 square miles |
Source: U.S. Census Bureau (Population Estimates 2023; Gazetteer 2023).
Why your county matters for coverage
In Texas, the health plans you can choose depend on where you live. Medicare Advantage and Part D plans are offered by service area, usually county by county, and marketplace premiums and carriers are set by area as well. Living in Denton County means the options on this page apply to you, and plans in a neighboring county may differ.
- Medicare: Texas HICAP (Health Information, Counseling and Advocacy Program) gives free, unbiased counseling at 800-252-9240. Ask which plans serve Denton County specifically.
- Marketplace plans: shop through HealthCare.gov (federal Marketplace); enter your Denton County ZIP code to see what is offered.
- Medicaid: apply through Texas Health and Human Services Commission (HHSC).
Texas note: Texas has not expanded Medicaid to all low-income adults, so Texas Medicaid eligibility rules can differ meaningfully from states that did expand -- worth confirming directly with HHSC or by phone rather than assuming another state's rules apply.
Questions about Denton County
Are the same Medicare plans offered everywhere in Texas?
No. Plans are offered by service area. A plan available in one county may not be offered in Denton County, so check by county.
Where do Denton County residents get free Medicare counseling?
Texas HICAP (Health Information, Counseling and Advocacy Program) (800-252-9240) is Texas's free SHIP program.
Do I have to enroll if I call?
No. Calling is a conversation about your options, and you are never required to enroll.
Denton County residents: call 855-367-1095
Call Lander LLC to go over your options. There is no cost to call or to speak with an agent, and you are never required to enroll in anything.
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Reviewed by Richard Lander, licensed insurance agent (NPN 21255551), Lander LLC. Last updated October 3, 2026. This page is educational and is not a quote, an offer of coverage, or legal or tax advice.