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2023 Essence Advantage Choice Plus (PPO)

Essence Advantage Choice Plus (PPO) H6200-002 is a 2023 Medicare Advantage Plan or Part-C by Essence Healthcare available to residents in Missouri and Illinois. This plan includes extra prescription drug (Part-D) coverage. Essence Healthcare Essence Advantage Choice Plus (PPO) has a monthly premium of $27.00 and has an in-network maximum out-of-pocket limit of $3,900 (MOOP). This means that if you get sick or need a high-cost procedure the co-pays are capped once you pay $3,900 out-of-pocket. This can be an extremely nice safety net.

Essence Healthcare works with Medicare to provide significant coverage beyond Part A and Part B benefits. If you decide to sign up for Essence Advantage Choice Plus (PPO) you still retain Original Medicare. But you will get extra Part A (Hospital Insurance) and Part B (Medical Insurance) coverage from Essence Healthcare 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 Essence Healthcare except hospice care. Original Medicare still provides you with hospice care if you sign up for Medicare Advantage in Missouri or Medicare Advantage in Illinois.



2023 Essence Healthcare Medicare Advantage Plan Overview

Name:Essence Advantage Choice Plus (PPO)
Plan ID:H6200 002 0
Provider:Essence Healthcare
Year:2023
Type:Local PPO
Combined Premium (C+D):$27.00/mo
Part C Premium:$0/mo
MOOP:$3,900/yr
Part D (Drug) Premium:$0/mo
Part D Supplemental Premium$27.00/mo
Total Part D Premium:$27.00/mo
Drug Deductible:$0/yr
Tiers with No Deductible:0
Gap Coverage:No
Benchmark:Not below the regional benchmark
Type of Medicare Health:Enhanced Alternative
Drug Benefit Type:Enhanced
Similar Plan: H6200-001




What type of plan is Essence Advantage Choice Plus (PPO)

Essence Advantage Choice Plus (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 Essence Advantage Choice Plus (PPO) cost?


Monthly Premium

A monthly premium is the fee you pay to the plan in exchange for coverage. Essence Healthcare charges a $27.00 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. Essence Advantage Choice Plus (PPO) has a monthly drug premium of $0 and a $0 drug deductible. This Essence Healthcare 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 $27.00. This Premium covers any enhanced plan benefits offered by Essence Healthcare 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 $27.00. 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.


Essence Healthcare 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 Essence Healthcare plan does not offer extra coverage through the gap.


MOOP

The maximum out-of-pocket (MOOP) is a yearly limit on your out-of-pocket costs. Essence Advantage Choice Plus (PPO) by Essence Healthcare MOOP is $3,900. Once you spend $3,900 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

Essence Advantage Choice Plus (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 $0 $4
Tier 2 $0 $12
Tier 3 $45 $47
Tier 4 $95 $100
Tier 5 33% 33%

The complete Essence Advantage Choice Plus (PPO) Formulary.
*Initial Coverage Phase and 30 day supply





2023 Summary of Benefits


The benefit information provided is a summary of what Essence Advantage Choice Plus (PPO) covers and what you pay (such as copayments and coinsurance amounts) for certain common medical events. The Summary of Benefits from Essence Healthcare 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


In-Network Vision$0 copay
Out-of-Network Vision$0-20 copay


Eyeglass frames


In-Network Vision$0 copay
Out-of-Network Vision$0-20 copay


Eyeglass lenses


Out-of-Network Vision$0-20 copay
In-Network Vision$0 copay


Eyeglasses (frames and lenses)


Out-of-Network Vision$0-20 copay
In-Network Vision$0 copay


Other


VisionNot covered


Routine eye exam


In-Network Vision$0 copay
Out-of-Network Vision$0-20 copay


Upgrades


Out-of-Network Vision$0-20 copay
In-Network Vision$0 copay



Out-of-Network Transportation$0 copay
In-Network Transportation$0 copay
In-Network Skilled Nursing Facility$0 per day for days 1 through 20
$170 per day for days 21 through 100
Out-of-Network Skilled Nursing Facility40% per stay


Occupational therapy visit


In-Network Rehabilitation services$40 copay
Out-of-Network Rehabilitation services40% coinsurance


Physical therapy and speech and language therapy visit


In-Network Rehabilitation services$40 copay
Out-of-Network Rehabilitation services40% coinsurance


Cleaning


In-Network Preventive dental$0 copay
Out-of-Network Preventive dental$0-20 copay


Dental x-ray(s)


Out-of-Network Preventive dental$0-20 copay
In-Network Preventive dental$0 copay


Fluoride treatment


In-Network Preventive dental$0 copay
Out-of-Network Preventive dental$0-20 copay


Oral exam


In-Network Preventive dental$0 copay
Out-of-Network Preventive dental$0-20 copay



Out-of-Network Preventive care$0 copay
In-Network Preventive care$0 copay
Out-of-Network Outpatient hospital coverage40% coinsurance per visit
In-Network Outpatient hospital coverage$280 copay or 20% coinsurance per visit
In-Network Other health plan deductibles?No
Optional supplemental benefitsNo


Inpatient hospital - psychiatric


In-Network Mental health services$295 per day for days 1 through 6
$0 per day for days 7 through 90
Out-of-Network Mental health services40% per stay


Outpatient group therapy visit


Out-of-Network Mental health services40% coinsurance
In-Network Mental health services$10 copay


Outpatient group therapy visit with a psychiatrist


In-Network Mental health services$10 copay
Out-of-Network Mental health services40% coinsurance


Outpatient individual therapy visit


In-Network Mental health services$15 copay
Out-of-Network Mental health services40% coinsurance


Outpatient individual therapy visit with a psychiatrist


In-Network Mental health services$15 copay
Out-of-Network Mental health services40% coinsurance


Chemotherapy


In-Network Medicare Part B drugs20% coinsurance
Out-of-Network Medicare Part B drugs40% coinsurance


Other Part B drugs


In-Network Medicare Part B drugs20% coinsurance
Out-of-Network Medicare Part B drugs40% coinsurance


Diabetes supplies


Out-of-Network Medical equipment/supplies40% coinsurance per item
In-Network Medical equipment/supplies$0 copay


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


In-Network Medical equipment/supplies20% coinsurance per item
Out-of-Network Medical equipment/supplies40% coinsurance per item


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


In-Network Medical equipment/supplies20% coinsurance per item
Out-of-Network Medical equipment/supplies40% coinsurance per item



Maximum out-of-pocket enrollee responsibility (does not include prescription drugs)$7,900 In and Out-of-network
$3,900 In-network
In-Network Inpatient hospital coverage$290 per day for days 1 through 6
$0 per day for days 7 through 90
Out-of-Network Inpatient hospital coverage40% per stay


Fitting/evaluation


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


Hearing aids


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


Hearing exam


Out-of-Network Hearing40% coinsurance
In-Network Hearing$20 copay



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


Foot exams and treatment


In-Network Foot care (podiatry services)$25 copay
Out-of-Network Foot care (podiatry services)$50 copay


Routine foot care


Foot care (podiatry services)Not covered


Emergency


Emergency care/Urgent care$110 copay per visit (always covered)


Urgent care


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


Primary


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


Specialist


Out-of-Network Doctor visits$50 copay per visit
In-Network Doctor visits$25 copay per visit


Diagnostic radiology services (e.g., MRI)


In-Network Diagnostic procedures/lab services/imaging0-20% coinsurance
Out-of-Network Diagnostic procedures/lab services/imaging40% coinsurance


Diagnostic tests and procedures


In-Network Diagnostic procedures/lab services/imaging0-20% coinsurance
Out-of-Network Diagnostic procedures/lab services/imaging40% coinsurance


Lab services


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


Outpatient x-rays


In-Network Diagnostic procedures/lab services/imaging$15 copay
Out-of-Network Diagnostic procedures/lab services/imaging40% coinsurance


Diagnostic services


In-Network Comprehensive dental$0 copay
Out-of-Network Comprehensive dental$0-20 copay


Endodontics


Out-of-Network Comprehensive dental$0-20 copay
In-Network Comprehensive dental$0 copay


Extractions


In-Network Comprehensive dental$0 copay
Out-of-Network Comprehensive dental$0-20 copay


Non-routine services


In-Network Comprehensive dental$0 copay
Out-of-Network Comprehensive dental$0-20 copay


Periodontics


In-Network Comprehensive dental$0 copay
Out-of-Network Comprehensive dental$0-20 copay


Prosthodontics, other oral/maxillofacial surgery, other services


In-Network Comprehensive dental$0 copay
Out-of-Network Comprehensive dental$0-20 copay


Restorative services


Out-of-Network Comprehensive dental$0-20 copay
In-Network Comprehensive dental$0 copay



In-Network Additional benefits and/or reduced cost-sharing for enrollees with certain health conditions?Yes, contact plan for further details




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 Essence Advantage Choice Plus (PPO) requires you to live in that plan’s service area. The service area is listed below:

State: Missouri Medicare

Illinois Medicare
County:Crawford County MA Plans

Franklin County MA Plans

Jefferson County MA Plans

Lincoln County MA Plans

Madison County MA Plans

Monroe County MA Plans

St Charles County MA Plans

St Clair County MA Plans

St Louis County MA Plans

St Louis City County MA Plans

Warren County MA Plans



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How much does Essence Advantage Choice Plus (PPO) cost?

Essence Healthcare charges a $27.00 consolidated monthly premium. A monthly premium is the fee you pay to the plan in exchange for coverage of Medicare medical, hospital benefits and supplemental benefits if offered. You generally are also responsible for paying the Part B premium.

How much is Essence Advantage Choice Plus (PPO) MOOP?

The maximum out-of-pocket (MOOP) is a yearly limit on your out-of-pocket costs. Essence Advantage Choice Plus (PPO) by Essence Healthcare MOOP is $3,900. Once you spend $3,900 you will pay nothing for Part A or Part B covered services.

What type of plan is Essence Advantage Choice Plus (PPO)?

Essence Advantage Choice Plus (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.



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

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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.

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