A little departure from the typical podcast for a medicare Education Session, because I get a ton of questions about these SNP programs.
Some people are eligible to have both Medicare and Medicaid. These people are considered “dual eligible,” and they also qualify to enroll in a special kind of Medicare Advantage plan known as a Dual Special Needs Plan (D-SNP).
What Is A Dual Special Needs Plan?
A Dual Special Needs Plan is a special kind of Medicare Advantage coordinated-care plan. It is an all-in-one plan that combines your Medicare Part A and Part B benefits, your Medicare Part D prescription drug coverage, your Medicaid benefits and additional health benefits such as vision, dental or fitness.
Who Can Get A Dual Special Needs Plan?
You can get a Dual Special Needs Plan if you meet the following qualifications:
1. You are eligible Medicare and Medicaid and have both.
2. You have Medicare Part A and Part B.
3. You live in the plan’s area.
What Does A Dual Special Needs Plan Cover?
Just like any other Medicare Advantage plan, a Dual Special Needs Plan will include coverage for Medicare Part A and Part B. It will also include Part D prescription drug coverage and extra benefits not provided by either Medicare or Medicaid.
Examples of extra benefits a Dual Special Needs Plan may provide include:
The extra benefits offered will vary by plan, provider and location.
