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Community Blue Medicare Plus PPO Signature (PPO)
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Community Blue Medicare Plus PPO Signature (PPO) is a PPO plan offered by Highmark Health
Plan ID: H3916-039
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Medicare beneficiaries may find it helpful to review available Medicare Advantage plans in their area. Medicare Advantage plans are designed to combine the coverage offered from Original Medicare (Medicare Part A and Part B) while also offering additional benefits.
Many Medicare Advantage plans may cover prescription drug coverage as well as additional benefits such as Dental, Vision and Hearing.
Learn more about Medicare Advantage plans such as Community Blue Medicare Plus PPO Signature (PPO) - H3916-039 by Highmark Health as well as other Medicare Advantage plans available in your area.
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Basic Costs and Coverage
| Coverage | Cost |
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| Monthly Deductible | $615 |
| Out of Pocket Max |
In-Network: $7950 Out-of-Network: 10000 |
| Initial Coverage Limit | $0 |
| Catastrophic Coverage Limit | $2100 |
| Primary Care Doctor Visit | Out-of-Network: Doctor Office Visit Services: Coinsurance for Medicare Covered Primary Care Office Visit $40% |
| Specialty Doctor Visit | Out-of-Network: Doctor Specialty Visit Services: Coinsurance for Medicare Covered Physician Specialist Office Visit $40% |
| Inpatient Hospital Care | In-Network: Acute Hospital Services: $175 per day for days 1 to 5 $0 per day for days 6 to 90 Prior Authorization Required for Acute Hospital Services Private accommodations will be covered when medically necessary. Inpatient rehabilitation is subject to the same cost sharing as Inpatient Acute Hospital Care. |
| Urgent Care | Urgent Care: Copayment for Urgent Care $40 Worldwide Coverage: Copayment for Worldwide Urgent Coverage $40 |
| Emergency Room Visit | Emergency Care: Copayment for Emergency Care $115 Worldwide Coverage: Copayment for Worldwide Emergency Coverage $115 Copayment for Worldwide Emergency Transportation $260 |
| Ambulance Transportation | In-Network: Ground Ambulance: Copayment for Ground Ambulance Services $260 Non-emergent transport is only covered when Certified Medically Necessary. The copayment is applicable per one way trip. Air Ambulance: Copayment for Air Ambulance Services $260 Prior Authorization Required for Air Ambulance Non-emergent transport is only covered when Certified Medically Necessary. The copayment is applicable per one way trip. |
Health Care Services and Medical Supplies
Community Blue Medicare Plus PPO Signature (PPO) covers additional benefits and services, some of which may not be covered by Original Medicare (Medicare Part A and Part B).
| Coverage | Cost |
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| Chiropractic Services | Out-of-Network: Chiropractic Services: Coinsurance for Medicare Covered Chiropractic Services 40% In-Network: Chiropractic Services: Copayment for Medicare-covered Chiropractic Services $15 Copayment for Routine Care $15
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| Diabetes Supplies, Training, Nutrition Therapy and Monitoring | In-Network: |
| Durable Medical Equipment (DME) | Out-of-Network: Durable Medical Equipment Services: Coinsurance for Medicare Covered Durable Medical Equipment 40% |
| Diagnostic Tests, Lab and Radiology Services, and X-Rays | In-Network: Outpatient Diag Procs/Tests/Lab Services: Copayment for Medicare-covered Diagnostic Procedures/Tests $0 to $10 Copayment for Medicare-covered Lab Services $0 to $10 Prior Authorization Required for Outpatient Diag Procs/Tests/Lab Services The minimum copayment applies for Medicare-covered diagnostic procedures/tests and lab services provided at free standing labs. The maximum copayment applies for Medicare-covered diagnostic procedures/tests and lab services at all other places of service. Outpatient Diag/Therapeutic Rad Services: Copayment for Medicare-covered Diagnostic Radiological Services $195 Copayment for Medicare-covered Therapeutic Radiological Services $60 Copayment for Medicare-covered X-Ray Services $20 |
| Home Health Care | In-Network: Home Health Services: Copayment for Medicare-covered Home Health Services $0 Prior Authorization Required for Home Health Services |
| Mental Health Inpatient Care | In-Network: Psychiatric Hospital Services: $425 per day for days 1 to 3 $0 per day for days 4 to 90 Prior Authorization Required for Psychiatric Hospital Services Private accommodations will be covered when medically necessary. Inpatient substance abuse is subject to the same cost sharing as Inpatient Psychiatric Hospital. |
| Mental Health Outpatient Care | Out-of-Network: Mental Health Services: Coinsurance for Medicare Covered Individual Sessions 40% Coinsurance for Medicare Covered Group Sessions 40% |
| Outpatient Services / Surgery | In-Network: Outpatient Hospital Services: Copayment for Medicare Covered Outpatient Hospital Services $350 Prior Authorization Required for Outpatient Hospital Services Copayment applies per visit/per day/per provider for outpatient surgical services. Same day visits to the same provider for the same procedure receives one copayment. Outpatient Observation Services: Copayment for Medicare Covered Observation Services - Per day $350 Copayment applies per visit/per day/per provider for outpatient surgical services. Same day visits to the same provider for the same procedure receives one copayment. Ambulatory Surgical Center Services: Copayment for Ambulatory Surgical Center Services $300 Prior Authorization Required for Ambulatory Surgical Center Services Copayment applies per visit/per day/per provider for outpatient surgical services. Same day visits to the same provider for the same procedure receives one copayment. |
| Outpatient Substance Abuse Care | In-Network: Outpatient Substance Abuse Services: Copayment for Medicare-covered Individual Sessions $45 Copayment for Medicare-covered Group Sessions $45 Out-of-Network: Outpatient Substance Abuse Services: Coinsurance for Medicare Covered Individual Sessions 40% Coinsurance for Medicare Covered Group Sessions 40% |
| Over-the-counter (OTC) Items | Out-of-Network: Over-The-Counter (OTC) Items Services: Copayment for Non-Medicare Covered Over-The-Counter (OTC) Items $0 Maximum Plan Benefit of $100 An OTC catalog of CMS-approved non-prescription over-the-counter medications and health-related items is available. Quantity limits and plan restrictions may apply. |
| Podiatry Services | In-Network: Podiatry Services: Copayment for Medicare-Covered Podiatry Services $35 Copayment for Routine Foot Care $35
Out-of-Network: Podiatry Services: Coinsurance for Medicare Covered Podiatry Services 40% |
| Skilled Nursing Facility Care | Coinsurance for Skilled Nursing Facility 30% |
Dental Benefits
The following dental services are covered from in-network providers.
| Coverage | Cost |
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| Dental Care | Out-of-Network: Preventive Dental Services: Coinsurance for Medicare Covered Preventive Dental 40% |
Vision Benefits
The following vision services are covered from in-network providers.
| Coverage | Cost |
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| Vision Benefits | In-Network: Eye Exams: Copayment for Medicare Covered Benefits $35 Copayment for Routine Eye Exams $0
Eyewear: Copayment for Medicare-Covered Benefits $0 Copayment for Contact Lenses $0 Copayment for Eyeglasses (lenses and frames) $0 Copayment for Eyeglass Lenses $0 Copayment for Eyeglass Frames $0 Copayment for Upgrades $0 Maximum Plan Benefit of $350 every year A $200 benefit maximum applies to upgrades to post cataract surgery eyewear that are not medically necessary. Benefit maximum is available following cataract surgery once per operated eye. For non-post cataract eyewear, the Plan offers additional coverage for non-Medicare covered (routine) eyewear. Routine eyewear benefit is limited to one pair of eyeglass frames, including one pair of eyeglass lenses or contact lenses every calendar year. Standard eyeglass frames, standard plastic eyeglass lenses, or standard contact lenses are covered in full at participating network provider locations. A $150 benefit maximum is available towards the purchase of non-standard eyeglass frames or towards the purchase of non-standard contact lenses. Members must pay the difference between benefit maximums and provider charge. |
Hearing Benefits
The following hearing services are covered from in-network providers.
| Coverage | Cost |
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| Hearing Benefits | In-Network: Hearing Exams: Copayment for Medicare Covered Benefits $35 Copayment for Routine Hearing Exams $20
Hearing Aids: Copayment for Hearing Aids $699 to $999
Members must use our contracted provider to use this benefit. Up to two hearing aids every year (one per ear per year). Benefit is limited to the Advanced (minimum cost sharing) and Premium (maximum cost sharing) hearing aids, which come in various styles and colors, and are available in rechargeable style options at no additional charge.Hearing aid purchase includes:- First year of follow-up provider visits- 60-day trial period- 3-year extended warranty- 80 batteries per aid for non-rechargeable modelsBenefit does not include or cover any of the following: • Additional cost for optional hearing aid rechargeability • Ear molds • Hearing aid accessories • Additional provider visits • Additional batteries - batteries when a rechargeable hearing aid is purchased • Hearing aids that are not TruHearing-branded hearing aids • Costs associated with loss & damage warranty claims Costs associated with excluded items are the responsibility of the member and not covered by the plan.Services not covered under any condition:Hearing aids and provider visits to service hearing aids (except as specifically described in the Covered Benefits), ear molds, hearing aid accessories, warranty claim fees, and hearing aid batteries (beyond the 80 free batteries per non-rechargeable aid purchased).Members have a $500 maximum allowance towards hearing aids that are not the Advanced or Premium models. |
Preventive Services and Health/Wellness Education Programs
The following services are covered from in-network providers.
| Coverage | Cost |
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| Preventive Services and Health/Wellness Education Programs | Out-of-Network: Medicare-covered Preventive Services: Copayment for Medicare Covered Medicare-covered Preventive Services $0 |
Prescription Drug Costs and Coverage
The Community Blue Medicare Plus PPO Signature (PPO) plan offers the following prescription drug coverage, with an annual drug deductible of $615 (excludes Tiers 1 and 2) per year.
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| Annual Drug Deductible | $615 (excludes Tiers 1 and 2) |
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| Annual Drug Deductible | $615 (excludes Tiers 1 and 2) |
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| Annual Drug Deductible | $615 (excludes Tiers 1 and 2) |
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