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Medicare Special Needs Plans in Indiana for 2023

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You can compare all the available Special Needs Plans in your area by using our zip code lookup tool above or by clicking on your county below. Continue reading to find out more about Indiana's Medicare Advantage SNP program and how it compares to other options.

How-To Enroll in a Indiana Special Needs Plan

Most people living in Indiana, age 65 and older, qualify for Medicare Advantage but do not qualify for a Special Needs Plan (SNP). A SNP is a Medicare Advantage plan, but they are only available to people with one of the following special needs:

  • Chronic Condition (C-SNP): You have one or more severe or disabling chronic conditions.
  • Institutional (I-SNP): You live in an institution (like a nursing home), or you require nursing care at home.
  • Dual Eligible (D-SNP): You have both Medicare and MedicaidMedicaid is a public health insurance program that provides health care coverage to low-income families and individuals in the United States..

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Each SNP limits membership to people in one of these groups or a subset of one of these groups. For instance, a SNP that's designed to serve people with diabetes mellitus might include access to a network of healthcare providers who specialize in treating this form of diabetes. Such a plan would also feature clinical case management that's designed to serve people with this condition.

To get enrolled:

  1. Call a plan directly. If you know the plan you want, this way is quick and easy.
  2. Go to www.Medicare.gov and enroll through the government website. From there you can look up your medications, compare plans, and get your application started online.
  3. Use an independent Indiana insurance agent. This is the best way to go if you need someone to help advise you.

Not Qualified to Enroll in a Special Needs Plan?

Special Needs Plan are not for everyone. Fortunately, there are other options to get additional coverage. Start here:

  • Medicare Advantage HMO and PPO plans
  • Medicare Part D prescription drug plans
  • Medigap plans for supplemental insurance

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Frequently Asked Questions

Still have questions? These common questions and answers might help. Or, call 1-855-728-0510 (TTY 711) to speak with a licensed advisor.

What are the different types of Medicare special needs plans?

Medicare allows private health plans to offer three different types of Special Needs Plans. They include D-SNP plans for dual-eligibleDual-eligible beneficiaries are those who receive both Medicare and Medicaid benefits. It includes beneficiaries enrolled in Medicare Part A and/or Part B while receiving full Medicaid and/or financial assistance through a Medicare Savings Program.... people. C-SNP plans for people with certain chronic illnesses. And I-SNP plans for institutionalized individuals.

What is an SNP Medicare plan?

Special Needs Plans (SNPs) are Medicare Advantage private health plans designed for individuals with certain special needs. There are three different types of SNP plans, including D-SNP for dual-eligible (Medicare and Medicaid) individuals, I-SNP plans for people who are institutionalized, and C-SNP plans for individuals with certain chronic health issues. Learn more.

What do Medicare Special Needs Plans cover in Indiana?

SNPs, like all Medicare Advantage plansMedicare Advantage (MA), also known as Medicare Part C, are health plans from private insurance companies that are available to people eligible for Original Medicare (Medicare Part A and Medicare Part B). sold in Indiana, must provide the same benefits as Medicare Part AMedicare Part A is hospital coverage for Medicare beneficiaries. It covers inpatient care in hospitals and skilled nursing facilities. It also covers limited home healthcare services and hospice care. and Part BMedicare Part B is medical coverage for people with Original Medicare benefits. It covers doctor visits, preventative care, tests, durable medical equipment, and supplies. Medicare Part B pays 80 percent of most medically necessary healthcare services.. But, unlike regular Medicare Advantage plans, all SNPs must provide Part DMedicare Part D plans are an option Medicare beneficiaries can use to get prescription drug coverage. Part D plans provide cost-sharing on covered medications in four different phases: deductible, initial coverage, coverage gap, and catastrophic. Each... benefits for outpatient prescriptions. Other benefits are dependent on the plan type. D-SNP plans are designed to coordinate Medicare and Medicaid benefits for dual-eligible people. Many plans also cover dental, vision, and hearing.

References

medicare.gov
  • Medicare.gov: the official U.S. government site for Medicare | Medicare http://www.medicare.gov/
  • Find a Medicare plan https://www.medicare.gov/plan-compare/
ssa.gov
  • Medicare Benefits | SSA https://www.ssa.gov/medicare/
  • Extra HelpSocial Security's Low-Income Subsidy (LIS) program helps Medicare beneficiaries pay for their Medicare Part D prescription drugs by paying some of the costs. Also known as "Extra Help", beneficiaries who qualify for LIS receive premium... with Medicare Prescription Drug Plan Costs | SSA https://www.ssa.gov/medicare/prescriptionhelp/
  • Medicare Benefits | SSA https://www.ssa.gov/benefits/medicare/
cms.gov
  • Five-Star Quality Rating System | CMS https://www.cms.gov/medicare/provider-enrollment-and-certification/certificat...
  • https://www.cms.gov/Medicare/CMS-Forms/CMS-Forms/Downloads/CMS10106.pdf
  • Medicare Open Enrollment | CMS https://www.cms.gov/Outreach-and-Education/Reach-Out/Find-tools-to-help-you-h...

This Medicare Advantage Special Needs Plan state information page was last updated on January 15, 2023.

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