CCA Medicare Preferred (PPO) H9876-001 is a 2023 Medicare Advantage Plan or Part-C by CCA Health Rhode Island available to residents in Rhode Island. This plan includes extra prescription drug (Part-D) coverage. CCA Health Rhode Island CCA Medicare Preferred (PPO) has a monthly premium of $0 and has an in-network maximum out-of-pocket limit of $4,500 (MOOP). This means that if you get sick or need a high-cost procedure the co-pays are capped once you pay $4,500 out-of-pocket. This can be an extremely nice safety net.

CCA Health Rhode Island works with Medicare to provide significant coverage beyond Part A and Part B benefits. If you decide to sign up for CCA Medicare Preferred (PPO) you still retain Original Medicare. But you will get extra Part A (Hospital Insurance) and Part B (Medical Insurance) coverage from CCA Health Rhode Island 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 CCA Health Rhode Island except hospice care. Original Medicare still provides you with hospice care if you sign up for Medicare Advantage in Rhode Island.

2023 CCA Health Rhode Island Medicare Advantage Plan Overview

What type of plan is CCA Medicare Preferred (PPO)

CCA Medicare Preferred (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 CCA Medicare Preferred (PPO) cost?

Monthly Premium

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

Part-D Deductible and Premium

An annual deductible is the amount you pay out-of-pocket for your prescription drugs before your plan begins to pay. CCA Medicare Preferred (PPO) has a monthly drug premium of $0 and a $0 drug deductible. This CCA Health Rhode Island plan offers a $0 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 $0. This Premium covers any enhanced plan benefits offered by CCA Health Rhode Island above and beyond the standard PDP benefits. This can include extra coverage in the gap, lower co-payments, and coverage of non-Part D drugs. The Part D Total Premium is $0. The Part D Total Premium is the addition of supplemental and basic premiums for some plans this amount can be lowered due to negative basic or supplemental premiums.

CCA Health Rhode Island Gap Coverage

In 2023 once you and your plan provider have spent $4660 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 extra coverage. This CCA Health Rhode Island plan does offer extra coverage through the gap.

MOOP

The maximum out-of-pocket (MOOP) is a yearly limit on your out-of-pocket costs. CCA Medicare Preferred (PPO) by CCA Health Rhode Island MOOP is $4,500. Once you spend $4,500 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.

Formulary and Drug Coverage

CCA Medicare Preferred (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.

Drug Tier	Copay Preferred Pharmacy	Copay Nonpreferred Pharmacy
Tier 1	NA	$0
Tier 2	NA	$0
Tier 3	NA	$47
Tier 4	NA	$100
Tier 5	NA	33%

The complete CCA Medicare Preferred (PPO) Formulary.
*Initial Coverage Phase and 30 day supply

2023 Summary of Benefits

The benefit information provided is a summary of what CCA Medicare Preferred (PPO) covers and what you pay (such as copayments and coinsurance amounts) for certain common medical events. The Summary of Benefits from CCA Health Rhode Island 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

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Contact lenses

Out-of-Network Vision	0-50% coinsurance
In-Network Vision	$0 copay

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Eyeglass frames

Vision	Not covered

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Eyeglass lenses

Vision	Not covered

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Eyeglasses (frames and lenses)

In-Network Vision	$0 copay
Out-of-Network Vision	0-50% coinsurance

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Other

Vision	Not covered

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Routine eye exam

In-Network Vision	$0 copay
Out-of-Network Vision	0-50% coinsurance

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Upgrades

In-Network Vision	$0 copay
Out-of-Network Vision	0-50% coinsurance

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In-Network Transportation	$0 copay
Out-of-Network Transportation	50% coinsurance
In-Network Skilled Nursing Facility	$0 per day for days 1 through 20 $160 per day for days 21 through 45 $0 per day for days 46 through 100
Out-of-Network Skilled Nursing Facility	20% per stay

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Occupational therapy visit

In-Network Rehabilitation services	$0-25 copay
Out-of-Network Rehabilitation services	20% coinsurance

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Physical therapy and speech and language therapy visit

Out-of-Network Rehabilitation services	20% coinsurance
In-Network Rehabilitation services	$0-25 copay

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Cleaning

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

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Dental x-ray(s)

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

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Fluoride treatment

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

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Oral exam

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

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Out-of-Network Preventive care	20% coinsurance
In-Network Preventive care	$0 copay
In-Network Outpatient hospital coverage	$275 copay per visit
Out-of-Network Outpatient hospital coverage	20% coinsurance per visit
In-Network Other health plan deductibles?	No
Optional supplemental benefits	No

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Inpatient hospital - psychiatric

Out-of-Network Mental health services	$300 per day for days 1 through 4 $0 per day for days 5 through 90
In-Network Mental health services	$300 per day for days 1 through 4 $0 per day for days 5 through 90

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Outpatient group therapy visit

Out-of-Network Mental health services	$0 copay
In-Network Mental health services	$0 copay

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Outpatient group therapy visit with a psychiatrist

Out-of-Network Mental health services	$0 copay
In-Network Mental health services	$0 copay

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Outpatient individual therapy visit

In-Network Mental health services	$0 copay
Out-of-Network Mental health services	$0 copay

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Outpatient individual therapy visit with a psychiatrist

In-Network Mental health services	$0 copay
Out-of-Network Mental health services	$0 copay

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Chemotherapy

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

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Other Part B drugs

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

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Diabetes supplies

In-Network Medical equipment/supplies	$0 copay
Out-of-Network Medical equipment/supplies	20% coinsurance per item

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

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

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

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

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Maximum out-of-pocket enrollee responsibility (does not include prescription drugs)	$4,500 In and Out-of-network $4,500 In-network
Out-of-Network Inpatient hospital coverage	$300 per day for days 1 through 5 $0 per day for days 6 through 90
In-Network Inpatient hospital coverage	$300 per day for days 1 through 5 $0 per day for days 6 through 90

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Fitting/evaluation

In-Network Hearing	$0 copay
Out-of-Network Hearing	20% coinsurance

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Hearing aids

Out-of-Network Hearing	50% coinsurance
In-Network Hearing	$200-1,150 copay

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Hearing exam

In-Network Hearing	$0 copay
Out-of-Network Hearing	20% coinsurance

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

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Foot exams and treatment

Out-of-Network Foot care (podiatry services)	20% coinsurance
In-Network Foot care (podiatry services)	$30 copay

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Routine foot care

In-Network Foot care (podiatry services)	$30 copay
Out-of-Network Foot care (podiatry services)	20% coinsurance

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Emergency

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

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Urgent care

Emergency care/Urgent care	$30 copay per visit (always covered)

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Primary

Out-of-Network Doctor visits	20% coinsurance per visit
In-Network Doctor visits	$0 copay

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Specialist

Out-of-Network Doctor visits	20% coinsurance per visit
In-Network Doctor visits	$30 copay per visit

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Diagnostic radiology services (e.g., MRI)

Out-of-Network Diagnostic procedures/lab services/imaging	20% coinsurance
In-Network Diagnostic procedures/lab services/imaging	$150 copay

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Diagnostic tests and procedures

In-Network Diagnostic procedures/lab services/imaging	$0 copay
Out-of-Network Diagnostic procedures/lab services/imaging	20% coinsurance

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Lab services

In-Network Diagnostic procedures/lab services/imaging	$0 copay
Out-of-Network Diagnostic procedures/lab services/imaging	20% coinsurance

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Outpatient x-rays

In-Network Diagnostic procedures/lab services/imaging	$0 copay
Out-of-Network Diagnostic procedures/lab services/imaging	20% coinsurance

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Diagnostic services

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

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Endodontics

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

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Extractions

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

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Non-routine services

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

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Periodontics

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

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Prosthodontics, other oral/maxillofacial surgery, other services

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

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Restorative services

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

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

Coverage Area

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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 CCA Medicare Preferred (PPO) requires you to live in that plan’s service area. The service area is listed below:

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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.