Dual Special Needs Plans – Your Medicare

Highlights

• ● What is the Dual Special Needs Plan
• ● What is the difference between Medicare and Medicaid
• ● Who is eligible for Dual Special Needs Plans
• ● Where do I find Dual Special Needs Plans

In recent years, Dual Special Needs Plans for Medicare have been increasing in popularity as a way to help seniors retain their independence. Dual Special Needs Plans allow those with cognitive impairment and physical disabilities to live on their own without worry of institutionalization or neglect. This is because Dual Special Need Plans offer two separate benefits – one for health care services and another for personal care needs. Dual Special Needs Plans are not just a great option for seniors, but also provide peace of mind to family members who may be worried about caring for an elderly loved one at home.

What Is A Dual Special Needs Plan

A health insurance plan for persons with special needs is referred to as a “dual special needs plan.” It’s for individuals who have both Medicaid and Medicare. If you’re “dual-eligible,” that means you qualify for both programs.

A dual special needs plan is a type of health insurance. It is for people who have Medicaid and Medicare. If that’s you, then you are “dual-eligible.” That means that you can have both Medicaid and Medicare at the same time.

A dual special needs plan works together with your Medicaid health plan. You’ll keep all your Medicaid benefits. Most dual plans also give you more benefits and features than you get with Original Medicare. All for a $0 plan premium.

What is the Difference between Medicare and Medicaid

Medicare is a national health insurance program run by the federal government. It’s for people who are 65 years old and older, as well as some people under 60 with certain disabilities. States and the government fund Medicare together. Millions of Americans get healthcare coverage through their state Medicaid program. Doctors can give it to children, pregnant women, elderly adults, and people with disabilities, as well as eligible low-income adults.

Medicaid programs often cover benefits that Medicare does not. Medicaid can help with many things, like dental and vision care, transportation, and long-term care.

The goal of the Medicare-Medicaid Coordination Office is to work together more effectively to improve care and lower costs. It is the responsibility of the Medicare-Medicaid Coordination Office to make sure that people who are dually enrolled in both Medicare and Medicaid have full access to seamless, high-quality health care. The Medicare-Medicaid Coordination Office was created within CMS as part of the Affordable Care Act, which was passed in 2010.

Who is Eligible for Dual Special Need Plans

Medicaid is different in every state. Federal law sets the income standards, but each state has its own Medicaid eligibility and coverage limits. There are some plans that include all Medicare and Medicaid benefits, but coverage varies by state.

If you want to take part in the SNPs, you first need to be enrolled in Medicare parts A and B. These cover hospitalization and other medical services.

Where Do I Find A Dual Special Needs Plan

Many different private insurance companies are contracted with Center for Medicare and Medicaid Services. Companies such as Aetna, United Health Care, Humana, Blueshield, and Brand New day to name a few. They all have different plans available for different geographic locations for different needs.

Choosing the correct Dual Special Needs Plans can be complex, convoluted, and outright confusing. At “YourMedicare” by AYA and Associates, we make this process clear, simple, at understandable.

If you would like more information please visit our website www.Yourmedicarecoverage.net or call us at 1-800-381-3623