2022 Blue Cross Medicare Advantage Core (PPO)

Blue Cross Medicare Advantage Core (PPO) H5959-012 is a 2022 Medicare Advantage Plan or Part-C by Blue Cross Blue Shield of Minnesota available to residents in Minnesota. This plan includes additional prescription drug (Part-D) coverage. The Blue Cross Medicare Advantage Core (PPO) has a monthly premium of $38.30 and has an in-network maximum out-of-pocket limit of $6,700 (MOOP). This means that if you get sick or need a high cost procedure the co-pays are capped once you pay $6,700 out-of-pocket. This can be a extremely nice safety net.

Blue Cross Medicare Advantage Core (PPO) is a Local PPO. A preferred provider organization (PPO) is a Medicare plan that has created contracts with a network of "preferred" providers for you to choose from at reduced rates. You do not need to select a primary care physician and you do not need referrals to see other providers in the network. Offering you a little more flexibility overall. You can get medical attention from a provider outside of the network but you will have to pay the difference between the out-of-network bill and the PPOs discounted rate.

Blue Cross Blue Shield of Minnesota works with Medicare to provide significant coverage beyond Part A and Part B benefits. If you decide to sign up for Blue Cross Medicare Advantage Core (PPO) you still retain Original Medicare. But you will get additional Part A (Hospital Insurance) and Part B (Medical Insurance) coverage from Blue Cross Blue Shield of Minnesota and not Original Medicare. With Medicare Advantage you are always covered for urgently needed and emergency care. Plus you receive all the benefits of Original Medicare from Blue Cross Blue Shield of Minnesota except hospice care. Original Medicare still provides you with hospice care even if you sign up for Medicare Advantage.

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2022 Blue Cross Blue Shield of Minnesota Medicare Advantage Plan Costs

Blue Cross Medicare Advantage Core (PPO) Part-C Premium

Blue Cross Blue Shield of Minnesota charges a $38.30 Part-C premium. The Part C premium covers Medicare medical, hospital benefits and supplemental benefits if offered. You generally are also responsible for paying the Part B premium.

H5959-012 Part-D Deductible and Premium

Blue Cross Medicare Advantage Core (PPO) has a monthly drug premium of ($4.70) and a $350.00 drug deductible. This Blue Cross Blue Shield of Minnesota plan offers a ($4.70) Part-D Basic Premium that is not below the regional benchmark. This covers the basic prescription benefit only and does not cover enhanced drug benefits such as medical benefits or hospital benefits. The Part D Supplemental Premium is $4.70 this Premium covers any enhanced plan benefits offered by Blue Cross Blue Shield of Minnesota above and beyond the standard PDP benefits. This can include additional coverage in the gap, lower co-payments and coverage of non-Part D drugs. The Part D Total Premium is $0.00 . The Part D Total Premium is the addition of the supplemental and basic premiums for some plans this amount can be lowered due to negative basic or supplemental premiums.

Blue Cross Blue Shield of Minnesota Gap Coverage

In 2022 once you and your plan provider have spent $4430 on covered drugs. (combined amount plus your deductible) You will be in the coverage gap. (AKA "donut hole") You will be required to pay 25% for prescription drugs unless your plan offers additional coverage. This Blue Cross Blue Shield of Minnesota plan does not offer additional coverage through the gap.

H5959-012 Formulary or Drug Coverage

Blue Cross Medicare Advantage Core (PPO) formulary is divided into Tiers or levels of coverage based on usage and according to the medication costs. Each tier will have a defined copay that you must pay to receive the drug. Drugs in lower tiers will usually cost less than those in higher tiers. By reviewing different Medicare Drug formularies, you can pick a Medicare Advantage plan that covers your medications. Additionally, you can choose a plan that has your drugs listed at a lower price. You can see complete 2022 Blue Cross Medicare Advantage Core (PPO) H5959-012 Formulary here.

Drug Tier	Copay Preferred Pharmacy	Copay Nonpreferred Pharmacy
Tier 1	NA	$0
Tier 2	NA	$13
Tier 3	NA	21%
Tier 4	NA	45%
Tier 5	NA	27%

*Initial Coverage Phase and 30 day supply

2021 Blue Cross Medicare Advantage Core (PPO) Summary of Benefits

*This will be updated with 2022 data when available.

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Additional Benefits

No

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Comprehensive Dental

Diagnostic services	Not covered
Endodontics	Not covered
Extractions	Not covered
Non-routine services	Not covered
Periodontics	$0 copay (Out-of-Network)
Periodontics	$0 copay
Prosthodontics, other oral/maxillofacial surgery, other services	Not covered
Restorative services	Not covered

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Deductible

$0

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Diagnostic Tests and Procedures

Diagnostic radiology services (e.g., MRI)	45% coinsurance (Out-of-Network)
Diagnostic radiology services (e.g., MRI)	20% coinsurance
Diagnostic tests and procedures	20% coinsurance
Diagnostic tests and procedures	45% coinsurance (Out-of-Network)
Lab services	$0 copay (Out-of-Network)
Lab services	$0 copay
Outpatient x-rays	20% coinsurance
Outpatient x-rays	45% coinsurance (Out-of-Network)

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Doctor Visits

Primary	45% coinsurance per visit (Out-of-Network)
Primary	$0-20 copay per visit
Specialist	$20-50 copay per visit
Specialist	45% coinsurance per visit (Out-of-Network)

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Emergency care/Urgent Care

Emergency	$90 copay per visit (always covered)
Urgent care	$50 copay per visit (always covered)

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Foot Care (podiatry services)

Foot exams and treatment	45% coinsurance (Out-of-Network)
Foot exams and treatment	$50 copay
Routine foot care	Not covered

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Ground Ambulance

$315 copay
$315 copay (Out-of-Network)

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Hearing

Fitting/evaluation	$0 copay or 45% coinsurance (Out-of-Network)
Fitting/evaluation	$0 copay
Hearing aids	$699-999 copay
Hearing aids	$699-999 copay (Out-of-Network)
Hearing exam	45% coinsurance (Out-of-Network)
Hearing exam	$50 copay

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Inpatient Hospital Coverage

45% per stay (Out-of-Network)
$400 per day for days 1 through 4 $0 per day for days 5 through 90

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Medical Equipment/Supplies

Diabetes supplies	$0 copay
Diabetes supplies	45% coinsurance per item (Out-of-Network)
Durable medical equipment (e.g., wheelchairs, oxygen)	20% coinsurance per item
Durable medical equipment (e.g., wheelchairs, oxygen)	45% coinsurance per item (Out-of-Network)
Prosthetics (e.g., braces, artificial limbs)	20% coinsurance per item
Prosthetics (e.g., braces, artificial limbs)	45% coinsurance per item (Out-of-Network)

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Medicare Part B Drugs

Chemotherapy	45% coinsurance (Out-of-Network)
Chemotherapy	20% coinsurance
Other Part B drugs	20% coinsurance
Other Part B drugs	45% coinsurance (Out-of-Network)

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Mental Health Services

Inpatient hospital - psychiatric	$400 per day for days 1 through 4 $0 per day for days 5 through 90
Inpatient hospital - psychiatric	45% per stay (Out-of-Network)
Outpatient group therapy visit	45% coinsurance (Out-of-Network)
Outpatient group therapy visit	$40 copay
Outpatient group therapy visit with a psychiatrist	$40 copay
Outpatient group therapy visit with a psychiatrist	45% coinsurance (Out-of-Network)
Outpatient individual therapy visit	45% coinsurance (Out-of-Network)
Outpatient individual therapy visit	$40 copay
Outpatient individual therapy visit with a psychiatrist	45% coinsurance (Out-of-Network)
Outpatient individual therapy visit with a psychiatrist	$40 copay

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MOOP

$10,000 In and Out-of-network $6,700 In-network

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Option

No

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Optional supplemental benefits

No

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Outpatient Hospital Coverage

$20-425 copay per visit
45% coinsurance per visit (Out-of-Network)

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Preventive Care

$0 copay
45% coinsurance (Out-of-Network)

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Preventive Dental

Cleaning	$0 copay (Out-of-Network)
Cleaning	$0 copay
Dental x-ray(s)	$0 copay (Out-of-Network)
Dental x-ray(s)	$0 copay
Fluoride treatment	Not covered
Oral exam	$0 copay
Oral exam	$0 copay (Out-of-Network)

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Rehabilitation Services

Occupational therapy visit	45% coinsurance (Out-of-Network)
Occupational therapy visit	$40 copay
Physical therapy and speech and language therapy visit	45% coinsurance (Out-of-Network)
Physical therapy and speech and language therapy visit	$40 copay

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Skilled Nursing Facility

$0 per day for days 1 through 20 $184 per day for days 21 through 100
45% per stay (Out-of-Network)

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Transportation

Not covered

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Vision

Contact lenses	$0 copay (Out-of-Network)
Contact lenses	$0 copay
Eyeglass frames	$0 copay (Out-of-Network)
Eyeglass frames	$0 copay
Eyeglass lenses	$0 copay
Eyeglass lenses	$0 copay (Out-of-Network)
Eyeglasses (frames and lenses)	$0 copay
Eyeglasses (frames and lenses)	$0 copay (Out-of-Network)
Other	Not covered
Routine eye exam	45% coinsurance (Out-of-Network)
Routine eye exam	$0 copay
Upgrades	Not covered

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Wellness Programs (e.g. fitness nursing hotline)

Covered

CMS Star Ratings for Blue Cross Medicare Advantage Core (PPO) H5959

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Managing Chronic And Long Term Care for Older Adults

Member Experience with Health Plan

Member Complaints and Changes in Blue Cross Medicare Advantage Core (PPO) Plans Performance

Health Plan Customer Service Rating for Blue Cross Medicare Advantage Core (PPO)

Blue Cross Medicare Advantage Core (PPO) Drug Plan Customer Service Ratings

Ratings For Member Complaints and Changes in the Drug Plans Performance

Member Experience with the Drug Plan

Drug Safety and Accuracy of Drug Pricing

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Source: CMS.
Data as of September 1, 2021.
Notes: Data are subject to change as contracts are finalized. For 2022, enhanced alternative may offer additional cost sharing reductions in the gap on a sub-set of the formulary drugs, beyond the standard Part-D benefit. Includes 2022 approved contracts. Employer sponsored 800 series and plans under sanction are excluded.