UCare\'s Minnesota Senior Health Options (D-SNP) Plan Details for Benton County, MN
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*CMS rated this UCare's MSHO plan (H2456-002-0) 3.5 (Above Average) out of 5 stars.
UCare\'s Minnesota Senior Health Options (D-SNP) is a Dual-Eligible 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 Dual-Eligible SNP qualification requirements to join this D-SNP plan.
| Plan Basics | |
|---|---|
| Plan ID: | H2456-002-0 |
| Plan Type: | HMO D-SNP |
| Plan Year: | 2025 |
| Premium: | $0.00/mo Plus your Part B premium. |
| Health Plan Deductible: | $0.00 |
| Out-of-Pocket Maximum: | 9,350.00 /yr |
| Part B Reduction: | $0.00/mo |
| Drug Plan Benefit: | Basic $590.00 deductible |
| Supplemental Benefits: | None |
| Availability: | Benton County, MN |
| Insured By: | UCare's MSHO |
| 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 UCare's MSHO plan:
Doctor's Office Visits
| Service | Enrollee Cost (in-network) |
|---|---|
| Primary: | $0 Copay |
| Specialist: | $0 Copay |
Emergency, Urgent, and Inpatient Hospital Coverage
| Service | Enrollee Cost |
|---|---|
| Emergency room care: | $0 Copay |
| Urgent care: | $0 Copay |
| Ground ambulance: | $0 Copay |
| Inpatient hospital care: | |
| Skilled Nursing Facility: |
Foot Care
| Service | Enrollee Cost (in-network) |
|---|---|
| Foot Exams and Treatments (Medicare-covered): | $0 Copay |
| Routine Foot Care: | $0 Copay |
Chiropractic Care
| Service | Enrollee Cost (in-network) |
|---|---|
| Medicare-covered chiropractic: | $0 Copay |
| Routine chiropractic: | $0 Copay |
Mental Health Services
| Service | Enrollee Cost (in-network) |
|---|---|
| Outpatient individual therapy: | $0 Copay |
| Outpatient group therapy: | $0 Copay |
| Inpatient psychiatric hospital care: |
Rehabilitation Services
| Service | Enrollee Cost (in-network) |
|---|---|
| Physical therapy and speech and language therapy: | $0 Copay |
| Occupational therapy: | $0 Copay |
Medical Equipment and Supplies
| Service | Enrollee Cost (in-network) |
|---|---|
| Diabetes supplies: | $0 Copay |
| Durable medical equipment: | $0 Copay |
| Prosthetics: | $0 Copay |
Diagnostics, Lab Services, and Imaging
| Service | Enrollee Cost (in-network) |
|---|---|
| Diagnostic radiology services: | $0 Copay |
| Lab services: | $0 Copay |
| Outpatient x-rays: | $0 Copay |
| Diagnostic tests and procedures: | $0 Copay |
Medicare Part B Drugs
| Service | Enrollee Cost (in-network) |
|---|---|
| Chemotherapy: | $0 Copay |
| Other Part B drugs (Medicare-covered): | $0 Copay |
Dental Services
| Service | Member Cost (in-network) |
|---|---|
| Medicare Covered Preventive Dental | 20% Coinsurance |
| Oral exam | $0 |
| Dental x-rays | $0 |
| Cleaning | Not Covered |
| Periodontics | Not Covered |
| Endodontics | Not Covered |
| Restorative Services | Not Covered |
Hearing Aids and Services
| Service | Member Cost (in-network) |
|---|---|
| Fitting/evaluation | Not Covered |
| Hearing aids | Not Covered |
| Hearing exam | Not Covered |
Vision Services
| Service | Member Cost (in-network) |
|---|---|
| Medicare-covered eye exam (in-network) | 20% Coinsurance |
| Routine eye exam (in-network) | Not Covered |
| Eyewear benefits | None |
Feel free to download our UCare\'s Minnesota Senior Health Options Summary of Benefits information.
Prescription Drug Plan Costs & Benefits
UCare\'s Minnesota Senior Health Options 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: | $34.80 |
| Supplemental Part D Premium: | $0.00 |
| Total Part D Premium: | $34.80 |
| Low Income Premium Subsidy: | $50.63 |
| Low Income Premium Subsidy CMS Pays: | $34.80 |
| 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 UCare's MSHO begins paying its share.
Prescription Drug Plan Out-of-Pocket Costs
In addition to the plan's monthly premium and deductible, UCare\'s Minnesota Senior Health Options 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. | |||
5-Star Rating Marks
Each year the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) rates Medicare Advantage D-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 UCare's MSHO 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 |
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Contact UCare's MSHO
| Website: | UCare's MSHO Plan Page |
|---|---|
| Providers: | UCare's MSHO Providers Page |
| Formulary: | UCare's MSHO Formulary Page |
| Pharmacy: | UCare's MSHO Pharmacy Page |
| New Member Health Plan Help: | (877)671-1065 |
| New Member Health Plan TTY: | (800)688-2534 |
| New Member Part D Help: | (877)671-1065 |
| New Member Part D TTY Users: | (800)688-2534 |
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
Special Needs Plans (SNPs) under Medicare Advantage typically do not work with other types of health insurance. If you have Medicare Part A or Part B and decide to join an SNP plan, you will be removed from Original Medicare. Furthermore, you cannot be enrolled in an SNP plan and hold a Medigap Insurance policy at the same time.
With a D-SNP, members keep the same Medicaid plan and Medicaid benefits. If you are a Veteran and have VA Health Benefits, you may be able to care from your local VA hospital.
Citations & References
- UCare's MSHO, https://home.ucare.org, Last Accessed October 13, 2024
- Medicaid.gov, "Medicaid & CHIP in Minnesota", 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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