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Amerigroup Will Offer a Medicare Advantage Plan in Five Counties around Albuquerque for 2019

Amerigroup will be offering a Medicare Advantage health plans in five counties in 2019. This 2019 health plan is open for enrollment in this year’s Medicare annual election period (AEP), which begins October 15 and continues through December 7, 2018.

“Amerigroup strives to develop innovative solutions that aim to make it simpler for consumers to lead healthier lives,” said Josh Martin, President of the company’s West Medicare Region. “We are excited to expand the reach of our Medicare Advantage plans and enhance our services in 2019 so that more individuals are able to receive healthcare services from care providers in their community.”

Individuals eligible for Medicare – people 65 years and older and those with certain disabilities, chronic conditions, and other special needs – are able to enroll in Amerivantage Classic (HMO) based on their county of residence.

Amerigroup offers Medicare-eligible individuals who also have full Medicaid eligibility with a $0 monthly premium on Amerivantage Classic (HMO, offering access to high-quality healthcare services without an additional premium.

This Medicare Advantage health plan offers a variety of benefits, which include:

  • $0 copay for two dental exams and cleanings as well as an allowance of $1,000 per quarter for dentures, filings, and other dental services
  • $0 copay annual eye exam and an allowance of $100 per year for eyewear
  • $3,000 hearing aid benefit
  • 12 one-way trips to pharmacy and medical visits within 60 miles
  • $200 quarterly allowance for over-the-counter medications and health products
  • LiveHealth Online, a service that gives you access to medical professionals through your computer or mobile device
  • Medicare Community Resource Support, which is a telephone based program (supported by Social Workers) used to identify needs, leverage resources, and coordinate services
  • Membership to SilverSneakers, at no extra cost

“Individuals eligible for Medicare have a number of health insurance choices so it’s important that Amerigroup offers Medicare Advantage plans that deliver the healthcare experience and value consumers are seeking in their health plan. Our portfolio of programs will allow aging seniors to receive services they need to address their specific needs,” added Martin.

To learn more about which benefits will be available with each 2019 Medicare Advantage plan and which plan will be offered in a specific area, consumers can call (888) 820-8962, which is available 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monday through Friday, April 1 to Sept. 30; and 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. seven days a week, Oct. 1 to March 31. Consumers can also visit the company’s online store at shop.amerigroup.com/medicare/.

Amerigroup Community Care of New Mexico, Inc. is an HMO plan with a Medicare contract. Enrollment in Amerigroup Community Care of New Mexico, Inc. depends on contract renewal. This information is not a complete description of benefits. Contact the plan for more information. We do not discriminate, exclude people, or treat them differently on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age or disability in our health programs and activities. ATENCIÓN: Si habla español, tiene a su disposición servicios gratuitos de asistencia lingüística. Llame al 1-866-805-4589 (TTY: 711). CHÚ Ý: Nếu bạn nói Tiếng Việt, có các dịch vụ hỗ trợ ngôn ngữ miễn phí dành cho bạn. Gọi số 1-866-805-4589 (TTY: 711). This plan is available to anyone who has both Medical Assistance from the State and Medicare. Other providers are available in our network. The provider network may change at any time. You will receive notice when necessary.

About Amerigroup

Amerigroup is part of the Anthem Government Business Division (GBD). Through the GBD, Anthem serves 7.4 million seniors, people with disabilities, low-income families and other state and federally sponsored beneficiaries, and National Government Services enrollees (including the Federal Employee Program) in 26 states, making us one of the nation’s leading providers of health care solutions for public programs. Amerigroup accepts all eligible people regardless of age, sex, race or disability.

Contacts:

Amerigroup
Hieu Nguyen
(202) 510-8848
hieu.nguyen2@anthem.com

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