Vermont Blue Advantage Tribute PPO (PPO) H6898-003 is a 2023 Medicare Advantage Plan or Part-C by Vermont Blue Advantage available to residents in Vermont. This plan does not provide extra prescription drug (Part-D) coverage. Vermont Blue Advantage Vermont Blue Advantage Tribute PPO (PPO) has a monthly premium of $0 and has an in-network maximum out-of-pocket limit of $4,000 (MOOP). This means that if you get sick or need a high-cost procedure the co-pays are capped once you pay $4,000 out-of-pocket. This can be an extremely nice safety net.

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

2023 Vermont Blue Advantage Medicare Advantage Plan Overview

What type of plan is Vermont Blue Advantage Tribute PPO (PPO)

Vermont Blue Advantage Tribute PPO (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 Vermont Blue Advantage Tribute PPO (PPO) cost?

Part-C Premium

A monthly premium is the fee you pay to the plan in exchange for coverage. Vermont Blue Advantage 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. Vermont Blue Advantage Tribute PPO (PPO) by Vermont Blue Advantage MOOP is $4,000. Once you spend $4,000 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 Vermont Blue Advantage Tribute PPO (PPO) covers and what you pay (such as copayments and coinsurance amounts) for certain common medical events. The Summary of Benefits from Vermont Blue Advantage 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	40% coinsurance
In-Network Vision	$0 copay

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Eyeglass frames

In-Network Vision	$0 copay
Out-of-Network Vision	40% coinsurance

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Eyeglass lenses

In-Network Vision	$0 copay
Out-of-Network Vision	40% coinsurance

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Eyeglasses (frames and lenses)

In-Network Vision	$0 copay
Out-of-Network Vision	40% 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	40% coinsurance

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Upgrades

Vision	Not covered

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Transportation	Not covered
In-Network Skilled Nursing Facility	$0 per day for days 1 through 20 $150 per day for days 21 through 48 $0 per day for days 49 through 100
Out-of-Network Skilled Nursing Facility	$0 per day for days 1 through 20 $160 per day for days 21 through 48 $0 per day for days 49 through 100

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Occupational therapy visit

In-Network Rehabilitation services	$30 copay
Out-of-Network Rehabilitation services	$30 copay

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Physical therapy and speech and language therapy visit

In-Network Rehabilitation services	$30 copay
Out-of-Network Rehabilitation services	$40 copay

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Cleaning

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

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Dental x-ray(s)

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

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

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Out-of-Network Preventive care	$0 copay
In-Network Preventive care	$0 copay
Out-of-Network Outpatient hospital coverage	$200 copay per visit
In-Network Outpatient hospital coverage	$200 copay 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	$350 per day for days 1 through 4 $0 per day for days 5 through 90
In-Network Mental health services	$325 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	$30 copay
In-Network Mental health services	$30 copay

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Outpatient group therapy visit with a psychiatrist

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

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Outpatient individual therapy visit

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

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Outpatient individual therapy visit with a psychiatrist

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

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Chemotherapy

In-Network Medicare Part B drugs	20% coinsurance
Out-of-Network Medicare Part B drugs	20-35% coinsurance

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Other Part B drugs

In-Network Medicare Part B drugs	20% coinsurance
Out-of-Network Medicare Part B drugs	20-35% coinsurance

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Diabetes supplies

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

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

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

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

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

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Maximum out-of-pocket enrollee responsibility (does not include prescription drugs)	$7,500 In and Out-of-network $4,000 In-network
In-Network Inpatient hospital coverage	$325 per day for days 1 through 4 $0 per day for days 5 through 90
Out-of-Network Inpatient hospital coverage	$350 per day for days 1 through 4 $0 per day for days 5 through 90

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Fitting/evaluation

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

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Hearing aids

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

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Hearing exam

In-Network Hearing	$5-30 copay
Out-of-Network Hearing	$15-40 copay

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Health plan deductible	$0
Out-of-Network Ground ambulance	$200 copay
In-Network Ground ambulance	$200 copay

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Foot exams and treatment

In-Network Foot care (podiatry services)	$35 copay
Out-of-Network Foot care (podiatry services)	$40 copay

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Routine foot care

Foot care (podiatry services)	Not covered

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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	$40 copay per visit (always covered)

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Primary

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

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Specialist

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

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Diagnostic radiology services (e.g., MRI)

In-Network Diagnostic procedures/lab services/imaging	$0-200 copay
Out-of-Network Diagnostic procedures/lab services/imaging	$0-215 copay

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Diagnostic tests and procedures

Out-of-Network Diagnostic procedures/lab services/imaging	$0-215 copay
In-Network Diagnostic procedures/lab services/imaging	$0-30 copay

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Lab services

In-Network Diagnostic procedures/lab services/imaging	$0 copay
Out-of-Network Diagnostic procedures/lab services/imaging	$10 copay

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Outpatient x-rays

In-Network Diagnostic procedures/lab services/imaging	$10 copay
Out-of-Network Diagnostic procedures/lab services/imaging	$10 copay

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Diagnostic services

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

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Endodontics

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

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Extractions

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

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Non-routine services

Comprehensive dental	Not covered

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Periodontics

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

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Prosthodontics, other oral/maxillofacial surgery, other services

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

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Restorative services

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

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

Vermont Blue Advantage Tribute PPO (PPO) Reviews

Is Vermont Blue Advantage Tribute PPO (PPO) a good plan? Vermont Blue Advantage Tribute PPO (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 Vermont Blue Advantage Tribute PPO Reviews among several different plans.

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Member Experience with H6898-003 Health Plan

Member Complaints and Changes in Plans Performance

Health Plan Customer Service Rating for Vermont Blue Advantage

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Ratings For Member Complaints and Changes in the Drug Plans Performance

Member Experience with the Drug Plan

Drug Safety and Accuracy of Drug Pricing

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 Vermont Blue Advantage Tribute PPO (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.