Medicare Advantage
Medicare Advantage plans are required to incorporate all Original Medicare benefits. Many, but not all, include additional coverage options such as vision, dental and hearing. Some also incorporate fitness and wellness components. These plans normally include Part A, Part B and sometimes, Part D. Learn more below.
Medicare Advantage FAQ’s
What is Medicare Advantage?
Medicare Advantage plans are required to incorporate all of Original Medicare’s benefits. Many, but not all, include additional coverage options such as vision, dental and hearing. Some also incorporate fitness and wellness components.These plans normally...
read moreWill There Be Changes to Medicare Advantage Plans in 2019?
Beginning in 2019, Medicare Advantage Plans have increased flexibility in their plan offerings. This means that plans may be able to reduce cost-sharing for certain covered benefits, offer specific extra benefits, or charge different deductibles for some...
read moreWhat is the Medicare Advantage Open Enrollment Period?
The Medicare Advantage Open Enrollment Period (MA OEP) takes from January 1 to March 31 each year. During this time, you can switch from your Medicare Advantage Plan (excluding Medical Savings Accounts, cost plans, and PACE) to another Medicare Advantage Plan or Original Medicare with or without a stand alone prescription drug plan.
read moreWhat Are the Options Under Medicare Advantage?
There are, in fact, six different MA plans outlined in the Medicare & You 2018 Handbook.HMO – Generally requires members to use a primary care doctor and obtain referrals for specialists; if a doctor leaves the network, you can choose another physician...
read moreChanging to a Medicare Advantage Plan
Once you enroll in a Medicare Advantage plan during the Medicare Initial Enrollment Period (IEP), you may only change during certain times of the year, including the Annual Enrollment Period Oct. 15 through Dec. 7 of each year.During the January 1 –...
read moreWhen Can I Enroll in a Medicare Advantage Plan?
To enroll in a Medicare Advantage Plan, you must be enrolled in Medicare Parts A and B.
read moreHow Does Medicare Cover Prescription Drugs?
Part A covers the drugs you need during a Medicare-covered stay. Part B covers most drugs administered by your provider.
read moreHow Does Medicare Cover Injectable Drugs?
Original Medicare covers these outpatient drugs at 80% of its approved amount, meaning that as long as you see a provider who accepts Medicare assignment, you will be responsible for a 20% coinsurance charge.
read moreAre Vaccines Covered by Medicare Part B or Part D?
The amount you pay for your vaccines may vary depending on where you are vaccinated. Make sure to check your plan’s coverage rules and see where you can get your vaccine at the lowest cost.
read moreHow is insulin covered by Medicare?
The way Medicare covers your insulin depends on how you take insulin.
read moreAre Immunosuppressants Covered by Medicare Part B or Part D?
Immunosuppressants are drugs that you take following a transplant to prevent your body from rejecting the donor organ. The way Medicare covers your immunosuppressant medication depends on the circumstances of your transplant.
read moreWhat Are Some Other Drugs That May Be Covered by Part B or Part D?
There are several other drugs that may be covered by Part B or Part D, depending on what they are used for and how they are administered.
read moreWhat Should I Do If I Am Having Trouble Accessing My Medication?
Become familiar with how your medication is covered. Ask your pharmacist or provider to submit claims to the correct part of Medicare.
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