2023 AARP Medicare Advantage Patriot (PPO)

AARP Medicare Advantage Patriot (PPO) H1821-004 is a 2023 Medicare Advantage Plan or Part-C by UnitedHealthcare available to residents in Washington. This plan does not provide extra prescription drug (Part-D) coverage. UnitedHealthcare AARP Medicare Advantage Patriot (PPO) has a monthly premium of $0 and has an in-network maximum out-of-pocket limit of $5,500 (MOOP). This means that if you get sick or need a high-cost procedure the co-pays are capped once you pay $5,500 out-of-pocket. This can be an extremely nice safety net.

UnitedHealthcare works with Medicare to provide significant coverage beyond Part A and Part B benefits. If you decide to sign up for AARP Medicare Advantage Patriot (PPO) you still retain Original Medicare. But you will get extra Part A (Hospital Insurance) and Part B (Medical Insurance) coverage from UnitedHealthcare and not Original Medicare. With 2023 Medicare Advantage Plan you are always covered for urgently needed and emergency care. Plus, you receive all the benefits of Original Medicare from UnitedHealthcare except hospice care. Original Medicare still provides you with hospice care if you sign up for Medicare Advantage in Washington.

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2023 UnitedHealthcare Medicare Advantage Plan Overview

Name:	AARP Medicare Advantage Patriot (PPO)
Plan ID:	H1821 004 0
Provider:	UnitedHealthcare
Year:	2023
Type:	Local PPO *
Combined Premium (C+D):	$0/mo
MOOP:	$5,500/yr
Similar Plan:	H1821-005

What type of plan is AARP Medicare Advantage Patriot (PPO)

AARP Medicare Advantage Patriot (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.

How much does AARP Medicare Advantage Patriot (PPO) cost?

Part-C Premium

A monthly premium is the fee you pay to the plan in exchange for coverage. UnitedHealthcare charges a $0 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.

MOOP

The maximum out-of-pocket (MOOP) is a yearly limit on your out-of-pocket costs. AARP Medicare Advantage Patriot (PPO) by UnitedHealthcare MOOP is $5,500. Once you spend $5,500 you will pay nothing for Part A or Part B covered services. Copayments and coinsurance for Medicare approved services apply toward your out-of-pocket limit. Remember Original Medicare (Parts A and B) doesn’t have a MOOP.

2023 Summary of Benefits

The benefit information provided is a summary of what AARP Medicare Advantage Patriot (PPO) covers and what you pay (such as copayments and coinsurance amounts) for certain common medical events. The Summary of Benefits from UnitedHealthcare helps get an idea of how much financial protection the plan is generally expected to provide for common health conditions. This section also contains information on coverage for in-network and out-of-network providers.

Wellness programs (e.g., fitness, nursing hotline)	Covered

Contact lenses

Out-of-Network Vision	$0 copay
In-Network Vision	$0 copay

Eyeglass frames

Vision	Not covered

Eyeglass lenses

Vision	Not covered

Eyeglasses (frames and lenses)

Out-of-Network Vision	$0 copay
In-Network Vision	$0 copay

Other

Vision	Not covered

Routine eye exam

In-Network Vision	$0 copay
Out-of-Network Vision	$65 copay

Upgrades

Vision	Not covered

Transportation	Not covered
Out-of-Network Skilled Nursing Facility	$225 per day for days 1 through 38 $0 per day for days 39 through 100
In-Network Skilled Nursing Facility	$0 per day for days 1 through 20 $196 per day for days 21 through 49 $0 per day for days 50 through 100

Occupational therapy visit

In-Network Rehabilitation services	$35 copay
Out-of-Network Rehabilitation services	$65 copay

Physical therapy and speech and language therapy visit

In-Network Rehabilitation services	$35 copay
Out-of-Network Rehabilitation services	$65 copay

Cleaning

In-Network Preventive dental	$0 copay
Out-of-Network Preventive dental	$0 copay

Dental x-ray(s)

In-Network Preventive dental	$0 copay
Out-of-Network Preventive dental	$0 copay

Fluoride treatment

In-Network Preventive dental	$0 copay
Out-of-Network Preventive dental	$0 copay

Oral exam

In-Network Preventive dental	$0 copay
Out-of-Network Preventive dental	$0 copay

In-Network Preventive care	$0 copay
Out-of-Network Preventive care	0-30% coinsurance
Out-of-Network Outpatient hospital coverage	$450 copay per visit
In-Network Outpatient hospital coverage	$0-295 copay per visit
In-Network Other health plan deductibles?	No
Optional supplemental benefits	No

Inpatient hospital - psychiatric

Out-of-Network Mental health services	$500 per day for days 1 through 17 $0 per day for days 18 through 90
In-Network Mental health services	$395 per day for days 1 through 4 $0 per day for days 5 through 90

Outpatient group therapy visit

In-Network Mental health services	$15 copay
Out-of-Network Mental health services	$30-40 copay

Outpatient group therapy visit with a psychiatrist

Out-of-Network Mental health services	$30-40 copay
In-Network Mental health services	$15 copay

Outpatient individual therapy visit

Out-of-Network Mental health services	$30-40 copay
In-Network Mental health services	$25 copay

Outpatient individual therapy visit with a psychiatrist

In-Network Mental health services	$25 copay
Out-of-Network Mental health services	$30-40 copay

Chemotherapy

Out-of-Network Medicare Part B drugs	0-30% coinsurance
In-Network Medicare Part B drugs	20% coinsurance

Other Part B drugs

In-Network Medicare Part B drugs	0-20% coinsurance
Out-of-Network Medicare Part B drugs	0-30% coinsurance

Diabetes supplies

In-Network Medical equipment/supplies	$0 copay per item
Out-of-Network Medical equipment/supplies	50% coinsurance per item

Durable medical equipment (e.g., wheelchairs, oxygen)

Out-of-Network Medical equipment/supplies	50% coinsurance per item
In-Network Medical equipment/supplies	20% coinsurance per item

Prosthetics (e.g., braces, artificial limbs)

Out-of-Network Medical equipment/supplies	50% coinsurance per item
In-Network Medical equipment/supplies	20% coinsurance per item

Maximum out-of-pocket enrollee responsibility (does not include prescription drugs)	$8,500 In and Out-of-network $5,500 In-network
In-Network Inpatient hospital coverage	$395 per day for days 1 through 4 $0 per day for days 5 through 90 $0 per day for days 91 and beyond
Out-of-Network Inpatient hospital coverage	$500 per day for days 1 through 17 $0 per day for days 18 and beyond

Fitting/evaluation

Hearing	Not covered

Hearing aids

In-Network Hearing	$175-1,225 copay
Out-of-Network Hearing	$175-1,225 copay

Hearing exam

In-Network Hearing	$0 copay
Out-of-Network Hearing	$65 copay

Health plan deductible	$0
Out-of-Network Ground ambulance	$250 copay
In-Network Ground ambulance	$250 copay

Foot exams and treatment

In-Network Foot care (podiatry services)	$35 copay
Out-of-Network Foot care (podiatry services)	$65 copay

Routine foot care

In-Network Foot care (podiatry services)	$35 copay
Out-of-Network Foot care (podiatry services)	$65 copay

Emergency

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

Urgent care

Emergency care/Urgent care	$40 copay per visit (always covered)

Primary

Out-of-Network Doctor visits	$25 copay per visit
In-Network Doctor visits	$0 copay

Specialist

Out-of-Network Doctor visits	$65 copay per visit
In-Network Doctor visits	$35 copay per visit

Diagnostic radiology services (e.g., MRI)

In-Network Diagnostic procedures/lab services/imaging	$0-150 copay
Out-of-Network Diagnostic procedures/lab services/imaging	30% coinsurance

Diagnostic tests and procedures

Out-of-Network Diagnostic procedures/lab services/imaging	30% coinsurance
In-Network Diagnostic procedures/lab services/imaging	$30 copay

Lab services

Out-of-Network Diagnostic procedures/lab services/imaging	$0 copay
In-Network Diagnostic procedures/lab services/imaging	$0 copay

Outpatient x-rays

Out-of-Network Diagnostic procedures/lab services/imaging	$20 copay
In-Network Diagnostic procedures/lab services/imaging	$15 copay

Diagnostic services

Out-of-Network Comprehensive dental	$0 copay
In-Network Comprehensive dental	$0 copay

Endodontics

Out-of-Network Comprehensive dental	$0 copay
In-Network Comprehensive dental	$0 copay

Extractions

In-Network Comprehensive dental	$0 copay
Out-of-Network Comprehensive dental	$0 copay

Non-routine services

Out-of-Network Comprehensive dental	$0 copay
In-Network Comprehensive dental	$0 copay

Periodontics

In-Network Comprehensive dental	$0 copay
Out-of-Network Comprehensive dental	$0 copay

Prosthodontics, other oral/maxillofacial surgery, other services

In-Network Comprehensive dental	$0 copay
Out-of-Network Comprehensive dental	$0 copay

Restorative services

Out-of-Network Comprehensive dental	$0 copay
In-Network Comprehensive dental	$0 copay

In-Network Additional benefits and/or reduced cost-sharing for enrollees with certain health conditions?	No

AARP Medicare Advantage Patriot (PPO) Reviews

Is AARP Medicare Advantage Patriot (PPO) a good plan? AARP Medicare Advantage Patriot (PPO) received a 3.5 overall star rating from the CMS. The CMS uses a Star Rating System to measure how well Medicare Advantage and Part D plans perform. Plans are rated on a one-to-five scale, with one star representing poor performance and five stars representing excellent performance. Medicare Advantage with prescription drug (Part D) coverage (MA-PD) contracts are rated on up to 38 unique quality and performance measures. You can use the CMS star rating to compare AARP Medicare Advantage Patriot Reviews among several different plans.

2022 Overall Rating
Part C Summary Rating
Part-D Summary 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

Staying Healthy, Screening, Testing, & Vaccines

Total Preventative Rating
Breast Cancer Screening
Colorectal Cancer Screening
Annual Flu Vaccine
Monitoring Physical Activity

Managing Chronic And Long Term Care for Older Adults

Total Rating
SNP Care Management
Medication Review
Pain Assessment
Osteoporosis Management
Diabetes Care - Eye Exam
Diabetes Care - Kidney Disease
Diabetes Care - Blood Sugar
Controlling Blood Pressure
Reducing Risk of Falling
Improving Bladder Control
Medication Reconciliation
Statin Therapy

Member Experience with H1821-004 Health Plan

Total Experience Rating
Getting Needed Care
Getting Appointments
Customer Service
Health Care Quality
Rating of Health Plan
Care Coordination

Member Complaints and Changes in Plans Performance

Total Rating
Complaints about Health Plan
Members Leaving the Plan
Health Plan Quality Improvement

Health Plan Customer Service Rating for UnitedHealthcare

Total Customer Service Rating
Timely Decisions About Appeals
Reviewing Appeals Decisions
Call Center, TTY, Foreign Language

Drug Plan Customer Service Ratings

Total Rating
Call Center, TTY, Foreign Language

Ratings For Member Complaints and Changes in the Drug Plans Performance

Total Rating
Complaints about the Drug Plan
Members Choosing to Leave the Plan
Drug Plan Quality Improvement

Member Experience with the Drug Plan

Total Rating
Rating of Drug Plan
Getting Needed Prescription Drugs

Drug Safety and Accuracy of Drug Pricing

Total Rating
MPF Price Accuracy
Drug Adherence for Diabetes Medications
Drug Adherence for Hypertension (RAS antagonists)
Drug Adherence for Cholesterol (Statins)
MTM Program Completion Rate for CMR
Statin with Diabetes

Coverage Area

(Click county or state to compare all available Advantage plans)

The availability of Medicare Advantage Plans will vary according to your region. This is why the Coverage Area matters in terms of Medicare eligibility. You will always be eligible for Original Medicare, but eligibility for AARP Medicare Advantage Patriot (PPO) requires you to live in that plan’s service area. The service area is listed below:

State:	Washington Medicare
County:	Benton County MA Plans Clark County MA Plans Cowlitz County MA Plans Franklin County MA Plans Island County MA Plans King County MA Plans Kitsap County MA Plans Lewis County MA Plans Pierce County MA Plans Skagit County MA Plans Snohomish County MA Plans Thurston County MA Plans Walla Walla County MA Plans Whatcom County MA Plans Yakima County MA Plans

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How much does AARP Medicare Advantage Patriot (PPO) cost?

UnitedHealthcare charges a $0 monthly premium. A monthly premium is the fee you pay to the plan in exchange for coverage. The premium covers Medicare medical, hospital benefits and supplemental benefits if offered. You generally are also responsible for paying the Part B premium.

How much is AARP Medicare Advantage Patriot (PPO) MOOP?

The maximum out-of-pocket (MOOP) is a yearly limit on your out-of-pocket costs. AARP Medicare Advantage Patriot (PPO) by UnitedHealthcare MOOP is $5,500. Once you spend $5,500 you will pay nothing for Part A or Part B covered services.

What type of plan is AARP Medicare Advantage Patriot (PPO)?

AARP Medicare Advantage Patriot (PPO) is a Local PPO *. A (PPO) is a Medicare plan that has contracts with a network of preferred providers. You do not need to select a primary care physician and you do not need referrals to see other providers in the network.

Is AARP Medicare Advantage Patriot (PPO) a good plan?

AARP Medicare Advantage Patriot (PPO) received a 3.5 overall star rating from the CMS. The CMS uses a Star Rating System to measure how well plans perform. Plans are rated on a one-to-five scale, with one star representing poor performance and five stars representing excellent performance.

Source:CMS. Data as of Oct 1, 2022.

Last updated on December 03, 2022

Notes: Data are subject to change as contracts are finalized. For 2023, enhanced alternative may offer extra cost sharing reductions in the gap on a sub-set of the formulary drugs, beyond the standard Part-D benefit. Includes 2023 approved contracts. Employer sponsored 800 series and plans under sanction are excluded.