Medicare Advantage at a Glance (HMO & PPO)

By
Desirée DelFrari

MedicareAdvantage at a Glance (HMO & PPO)

Why People Choose It

  • Low—or even $0—monthly premiums
  • Most plans bundle in Part D drug coverage and offer extras like dental, vision, hearing, and gym perks.

HMO Plans

  • Must use in-network doctors & hospitals
  • Referrals + pre-authorizations often required
        *can delay care
  • Out-of-network care generally not covered

PPO Plans

  • See any doctor—in-network (lower cost) or out-of-network (higher cost)
  • No referrals needed
  • Higher flexibility, but maximum out-of-pocket is bigger if you go outside the network

Cost Basics

  • Usually no medical deductible
  • You pay copays only when you get services
  • Annual out-of-pocket cap protects you from     runaway bills

What to Watch

  • Confirm your doctors and hospitals still accept the plan (networks change)
  • Check whether your prescriptions are on the plan’s formulary
  • Understand how copays add up if you need frequent care

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