Central Health Embrace Choice Plan (C-SNP) Plan Details for San Diego County, CA
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*CMS rated this Central Health Medicare Plan plan (H5649-026-1) 2.5 (Below Average) out of 5 stars.
Central Health Embrace Choice Plan (C-SNP) is a Chronic or Disabling Condition Special Needs Plan. The 2025 Annual Enrollment period starts October 15. Plan benefits begin January 1.
This private health insurance option offers all of the same basic benefits as Original Medicare, but out-of-pocket costs are different. It may include additional benefits that Medicare Part A and Part B do not cover.
Individuals must meet all Chronic or Disabling Condition SNP qualification requirements to join this C-SNP plan.
| Plan Basics | |
|---|---|
| Plan ID: | H5649-026-1 |
| Plan Type: | HMO C-SNP |
| Plan Year: | 2025 |
| Premium: | $13.40/mo Plus your Part B premium. |
| Health Plan Deductible: | $0.00 |
| Out-of-Pocket Maximum: | 7,900.00 /yr |
| Part B Reduction: | $0.00/mo |
| Drug Plan Benefit: | Basic $590.00 deductible |
| Supplemental Benefits: | Vision, Hearing |
| Availability: | San Diego County, CA |
| Insured By: | Central Health Medicare Plan |
| Summary of Benefits |
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Health Plan Cost Sharing & Benefits
The following table is a summary of the most common out-of-pocket costs you will incur if you join this Central Health Medicare Plan plan:
Doctor's Office Visits
| Service | Enrollee Cost (in-network) |
|---|---|
| Primary: | $0 Copay |
| Specialist: | 35% Coinsurance Prior Authorization Required, Referral Required |
Emergency, Urgent, and Inpatient Hospital Coverage
| Service | Enrollee Cost |
|---|---|
| Emergency room care: | $110 Copay |
| Urgent care: | $0 Copay |
| Ground ambulance: | 20% Coinsurance |
| Inpatient hospital care: | Coming Soon |
| Skilled Nursing Facility: | Unknown |
Foot Care
| Service | Enrollee Cost (in-network) |
|---|---|
| Foot Exams and Treatments (Medicare-covered): | $0 Copay Prior Authorization Required, Referral Required |
| Routine Foot Care: | $0 Copay Prior Authorization Required, Referral Required |
Chiropractic Care
| Service | Enrollee Cost (in-network) |
|---|---|
| Medicare-covered chiropractic: | $0 Copay Prior Authorization Required, Referral Required |
| Routine chiropractic: | $0 Copay Prior Authorization Required, Referral Required |
Mental Health Services
| Service | Enrollee Cost (in-network) |
|---|---|
| Outpatient individual therapy: | $45 Copay |
| Outpatient group therapy: | $45 Copay |
| Inpatient psychiatric hospital care: | Coming Soon |
Rehabilitation Services
| Service | Enrollee Cost (in-network) |
|---|---|
| Physical therapy and speech and language therapy: | $0 Copay Prior Authorization Required, Referral Required |
| Occupational therapy: | $0 Copay Prior Authorization Required, Referral Required |
Medical Equipment and Supplies
| Service | Enrollee Cost (in-network) |
|---|---|
| Diabetes supplies: | $0 Copay Prior Authorization Required |
| Durable medical equipment: | 20% Coinsurance Prior Authorization Required |
| Prosthetics: | 20% Coinsurance |
Diagnostics, Lab Services, and Imaging
| Service | Enrollee Cost (in-network) |
|---|---|
| Diagnostic radiology services: | 20% Coinsurance Prior Authorization Required, Referral Required |
| Lab services: | 0% Coinsurance Prior Authorization Required, Referral Required |
| Outpatient x-rays: | 0% Coinsurance Prior Authorization Required, Referral Required |
| Diagnostic tests and procedures: | 20% Coinsurance Prior Authorization Required, Referral Required |
Medicare Part B Drugs
| Service | Enrollee Cost (in-network) |
|---|---|
| Chemotherapy: | 20% Coinsurance |
| Other Part B drugs (Medicare-covered): | 20% Coinsurance |
Dental Services
| Service | Member Cost (in-network) |
|---|---|
| Medicare Covered Preventive Dental | $0 Copay Prior Authorization Required |
| Oral exam | $0 Copay |
| Dental x-rays | $0 Copay |
| Cleaning | $0 Copay |
| Periodontics | Not Covered |
| Endodontics | Not Covered |
| Restorative Services | Not Covered |
| Maximum dental benefit: | $62.50 (Every month) |
Hearing Aids and Services
| Service | Member Cost (in-network) |
|---|---|
| Fitting/evaluation | Covered Limits may apply |
| Hearing aids | Not Covered |
| Hearing exam | Covered Limits may apply |
Vision Services
| Service | Member Cost (in-network) |
|---|---|
| Medicare-covered eye exam (in-network) | $0 Copay |
| Routine eye exam (in-network) | $0 Copay 1 Every year |
| Eyewear benefits | Eyeglasses: No Contact Lenses: No Eyeglass Lenses: No Eyeglass Frames: No Eyewear Upgrades: No |
Maximum eyewear benefit: | $2.00 Every three years |
Feel free to download our Central Health Embrace Choice Plan Summary of Benefits information.
Prescription Drug Plan Costs & Benefits
Central Health Embrace Choice Plan includes an basic benefit Medicare Part D plan (PDP). This simply means that the plan covers the minimum amount required by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, whereas enhanced benefit plans cover more.
Prescription Drug Plan Premium
Although the prescription drug plan (Part D) premium is bundled with the total plan cost, some plans have supplemental costs and/or offer low-income subsidy (LIS) assistance. LIS, also known as Extra Help, is a Social Security program that helps people with limited income and resources lower or cut Part D costs.
The following table outlines the premium details of this prescription drug plan.
| Basic Part D Premium: | $13.40 |
| Supplemental Part D Premium: | $0.00 |
| Total Part D Premium: | $13.40 |
| Low Income Premium Subsidy: | $29.66 |
| Low Income Premium Subsidy CMS Pays: | $13.40 |
| Low Income Subsidy Premium: | $0.00 |
If you would like more information about the Extra Help program, you can refer to the Social Security Extra Help page.
Prescription Drug Plan Deductible
The Medicare Part D annual deductible with this plan is $590.00. You must pay this amount at the pharmacy before Central Health Medicare Plan begins paying its share.
Prescription Drug Plan Out-of-Pocket Costs
In addition to the plan's monthly premium and deductible, Central Health Embrace Choice Plan has out-of-pocket costs you must pay when you pick up your prescriptions.
| Drug Tier | Retail | Mail Order | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Cost data not available. | |||
| *The Part D deductible does not apply. | |||
CMS Rating Marks
Each year the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) rates Medicare Advantage C-SNP's in nine broad categories using a 5-star rating system. Medicare's star ratings will help you understand the quality of care and service you can expect if you join this Central Health Medicare Plan plan.
| CMS Measure | Star Rating |
|---|---|
| 2025 Overall Rating | |
| Staying Healthy: Screenings, Tests, Vaccines | |
| Managing Chronic (Long Term) Conditions | |
| Member Experience with Health Plan | |
| Complaints and Changes in Plans Performance | |
| Health Plan Customer Service | |
| Drug Plan Customer Service | |
| Complaints and Changes in the Drug Plan | |
| Member Experience with the Drug Plan | |
| Drug Safety and Accuracy of Drug Pricing |
Additional C-SNP Plan Options
Here are some additional Medicare SNP plans that might be worth reviewing:
- Central Health Dual Access Plan
- Central Health Embrace Choice Plan
- Central Health Medi-Medi Plan I
- Central Health Focus Plan
- Central Health Medi-Medi Plan II
Contact Central Health Medicare Plan
| Website: | Central Health Medicare Plan Plan Page |
|---|---|
| Providers: | Central Health Medicare Plan Providers Page |
| Formulary: | Central Health Medicare Plan Formulary Page |
| Pharmacy: | Central Health Medicare Plan Pharmacy Page |
| New Member Health Plan Help: | (888)714-7550 |
| New Member Health Plan TTY: | 711 |
| New Member Part D Help: | (888)531-8818 |
| New Member Part D TTY Users: | 711 |
If you qualify for Medicare benefits but have not yet enrolled or verified your enrollment status, you can do so on the Social Security Administration website. You can learn more about the Medicare Advantage program on www.medicare.gov.
Health Plan Compatibility
Medicare Advantage Special Need Plans are not compatible with most other forms of health insurance. If you have Medicare Part A and/or Medicare Part B and join a SNP plan, you will be disenrolled from Original Medicare. You cannot simultaneously enroll in an SNP plan and Medicare Supplement Insurance.
With a D-SNP, members retain their existing Medicaid plan and benefits. Veterans who have VA Health Benefits may also be able to receive care at their local VA hospital.
Citations & References
- Central Health Medicare Plan, http://www.centralhealthplan.com, Last Accessed October 13, 2024
- Medicaid.gov, "Medicaid & CHIP in California", Last Accessed October 1, 2024
- CMS.gov, Landscape Source Files, Last Accessed October 2, 2024
- CMS.gov, Medicare Part C & D Performance, Last Accessed October 2, 2024
- CMS.gov, Plan Benefits Package, Last Accessed October 5, 2024
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