As someone who is reviewing Medicare plan options either for yourself or for a loved one, I can almost a guarantee that you have heard of the AARP brand before, if you are not already deeply familiar with the organization.
AARP is a consumer organization whose goal is to help seniors of every walk of life. They are not actually an insurance company. If you are interested in health insurance, the AARP branded medical insurance plans are actually underwritten by Aetna insurance company. In the case of Medicare supplements and/or Medicare advantage policies, they are underwritten by United HealthCare insurance company.
The AARP Medicare complete plan is a type of Medicare advantage policy, and not a Medicare supplement. Medicare advantage also goes by the name of Part C, which is a combination of traditional Medicare benefits and a private insurance policy merged together to provide an all-in-one plan for seniors.
Depending on where you live, this Medicare advantage policy might be branded as Secure Horizons instead of AARP, something you should be aware of in case you think they are totally different companies.
This happens to be a very popular Medicare advantage plans option for seniors this year because the premiums are starting at zero dollars. Even if this policy does not charge you a monthly plan premium, you’re still responsible for paying your Part B premium to traditional Medicare. A number of other factors are making this a very successful plan for this enrollment period. First of all, there is no medical plan deductible that needs to be satisfied before services are covered. Secondly, you can use in and out of network providers without the need for a referral for in-network physicians. Finally, your maximum out-of-pocket payment for the year for non-drug-related expenses is capped at $10,000 before this policy covers all Medicare covered expenses at 100%.
Like all highly successful Medicare advantage products, this policy also comes with your Part D or prescription drug coverage. You will find that Part D drug benefits are similar, almost identical across the board, regardless of the drug plan company. What really makes a difference is the copayments for drugs and the drug list, or what they call the formulary. You can see an example of plan Aarp Plan 1 Hmo H5253-037 available to Texas residents by AARP.
We have AARP Medicare complete, my husband needs cataract surgery, will this be covered
I want to compare your 5 plans along with the premium for each. I do NOT however want anyone to contact me by phone. I have spent the last 6 months being harassed by insurance companies.
I’m very confused by the line in the last paragraph, “You will find that Part D drug benefits are similar, almost identical across the board, regardless of the drug plan company. What really makes a difference is the copayments for drugs and the drug list”.
Aren’t cost and what’s covered EVERYTHING that matters in evaluating any insurance plan? Thank you.
Caution! I have FOUR AARP-UHC documents which state “$0 copay for preventive dental care (exam, cleaning, x-rays). These documents did not mention that I have to purchase an additional “dental rider” at $39.00 in order to be eligible for the $0 copay!
Does AARP UHC Medicare Complete (PASSPORT) have a deductible for a tier 3 medication(ELIQUIS)?
How can I lower my copay and prescriptions with this plan , I’m on a fixed income can’t afford $25 every time I go to the doctors office
I am confused about AARP Medicare Advantage Choice PPO I am a current member of this plan
I am unhappy because Primary care and Specialist both require prior authorization
Is there a cost associated with adding passport
What does the AARP Advantage plan cover for cataract surgery? Does it cover the implant of a shunt?
wILL THESE SERVICES BE COVERED AT THE MAYO CLINIC
I need names of MS Doctors. The doctors I went to are NOT helping with my MS.
Please give me some names. Went to Dr. Charleston and Dr Howard, not helping.
I am dragging my right foot.
What else do I have to give you?
With all the talk about scammer and fraud why does AARP send so many mailers with information already filled in? Every page has some information on so that you have to shred every page. Talk about waste! This time of the year is the worst with all the Medicare forms to change your policy. Must get at least 2 a week.
I noticed the AARP/WW discount is $28.28 for premium plan for 6 months to begin Weight Watchers program with AARP discount. However, the general online premium for 6 months is $25.00 for premium plan for 6 months.
I have been researching Medicare supplement plans versus Advantage plans and discovered so many negatives with Advantage plans. Your video confirms for me that supplemental plans are the way to go. I hope more people will educate themselves and not be suckered in by the has-been celebrities who are touting Advantage plans in non-stop commercials. I have been researching Medicare supplement plans versus Advantage plans and discovered so many negatives with Advantage plans. Your video confirms for me that supplemental plans are the way to go. I hope more people will educate themselves and not be suckered in by the has-been celebrities who are touting Advantage plans in non-stop commercials.