Medicare Advantage
How can I join?
How many types of Medicare Health plans are available
Medicare Advantage Plans are another way to get your Medicare Part A and Part B coverage.
Medicare Advantage Plans, sometimes called “Part C” or “MA Plans,” are offered by Medicare-approved private companies that must follow rules set by Medicare. Most Medicare Advantage Plans include drug coverage (Part D). In many cases, you’ll need to use health care providers who participate in the plan’s network and service area for the lowest costs. These plans set a limit on what you’ll have to pay out-of-pocket each year for covered services, to help protect you from unexpected costs. Some plans offer out-of-network coverage, but sometimes at a higher cost. Remember, you must use the card from your Medicare Advantage Plan to get your Medicare-covered services. Keep your red, white, and blue Medicare card in a safe place because you’ll need it if you ever switch back to Original Medicare.
- Health Maintenance Organization
- Preferred Provider Organization (PPO)
- Private Fee for Service (PFFS)
If you answer yes to all of this:
- You live in the service area of the plan that you want to join.
- You have Medicare Part A and Part B
- You are a US citizen or lawfully present in the U.S.
Things to Know
Medicare pays a fixed amount for your care to a private companies offering Medicare Advantage Plans.
Each Medicare Advantage Plan can charge different out of pocket costs. and they can have different rules like, Maybe you will need a referral to see a specialist or maybe you don’t.
Who Doctors ar facilities are on their Network.
These rules can change every year.
