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SPECIAL NEEDS & MEDICARE

Special Needs Plans (SNPs) are designed for people who are eligible for both Medicare and Medi-Cal/Medicaid, those residing in certain care facilities or who require nursing care at home, or people with certain chronic or disabling conditions.

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SNP benefits may include coverage for the following

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  • Prescription drugs

  • Enhanced Dental services including dentures

  • Vision services and eyewear

  • Hearing services

  • Hearing aids and batteries

  • Meal delivery

  • Wearable medical alert system

  • Allowance for over-the-counter health and wellness products

  • Transportation services

  • Select Gym memberships

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And much more!

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When can I enroll?

During your Medicare Initial Enrollment Period

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You may be able to enroll in a Medicare Advantage Special Needs Plan during your 7-month Medicare Initial Enrollment Period, after you’ve enrolled in Medicare Part A and Part B.  You must meet the plan’s eligibility requirements and live in the plan’s service area

 

During the Medicare Annual Election Period

You may enroll in a Medicare Special Needs Plan during the Annual Election Period that runs from October 15 to December 7 each year.

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When..?

During a Special Election Period

 

You may also enroll in a Medicare Special Needs Plan if you are granted a Special Election Period

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  • If you currently have or become eligible for         Medi-Cal/Medicaid

  • You are already enrolled in Medi-Cal/Medicaid or Extra Help

  • You move into a nursing home or other long-term care facility

  • You move out of your current SNP coverage area

  • Your SNP leaves the Medicare program

1-800-942-2236 / TTY-711 

To speak with a licensed agent.                                        Mon-Fri from 9am -5pm

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