AARP Medicare Advantage from UHC TC-0002 (HMO-POS) H5253-047-0 Plan Details
AARP Medicare Advantage from UHC TC-0002 (HMO-POS) H5253-047-0 Plan Details
When selecting a Medicare Advantage plan for 2025, it's important to compare all your options. AARP Medicare Advantage from UHC TC-0002 (HMO-POS) is among the plans you can review side-by-side with others, ensuring you find the coverage that suits your needs. You can easily enroll online or reach out to a licensed agent for personalized guidance.
AARP Medicare Advantage from UHC TC-0002 Overview
Plan ID H5253-047-0 Overview | |
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Health Plan ID: | H5253-047-0 |
Medicare Advantage Plan Type: | Local HMO |
Plan Year: | 2024 |
Monthly Premium: | $0.00 Plus your Medicare Part B premium. |
Health Plan Deductible: | $0.00 |
Annual Out-of-Pocket Maximum: | $3,500 |
Part B Give Back: | $0.00/mo |
Part D Drug Plan Benefit: | Enhanced, $0.00 deductible |
Part D Gap Coverage: | Yes |
Supplemental Benefits: | Vision, Hearing |
Availability: | See List |
Insured By: | UnitedHealthcare |
Why Choose AARP Medicare Advantage from UHC TC-0002?
AARP Medicare Advantage from UHC TC-0002 is a Medicare Advantage Prescription Drug (MAPD) Health Maintenance Organization - Point of Service (HMO-POS) plan that offers a balance of comprehensive coverage and flexibility. With a monthly premium of $0.00, this plan includes all the benefits of Medicare Part A and Part B, plus additional services like prescription drug coverage. There is no annual deductible. Cost sharing begins with your first prescription. As an HMO-POS plan, you can receive care from providers both in and out of the plan’s network, though using in-network providers typically results in lower costs.
AARP Medicare Advantage from UHC TC-0002 also features an annual maximum out-of-pocket (MOOP) limit of $3,500, providing financial protection against high healthcare expenses. Once you reach this limit, the plan covers 100% of your in-network healthcare costs for the rest of the year. This makes AARP Medicare Advantage from UHC TC-0002 a strong choice for those seeking the structure of an HMO with added flexibility for out-of-network care.
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Out-of-Pocket Expenses
With AARP Medicare Advantage from UHC TC-0002, you'll have cost-sharing expenses, which are the out-of-pocket costs for approved healthcare services. The table below provides a summary of the typical in-network out-of-pocket costs associated with plan H5253-047-0.
Service | Enrollee Cost |
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Doctor's Office Visit (In-Network) | |
Primary: | $0 Copay |
Specialist: | $30 Copay Prior Authorization Required |
Wellness & Preventive Programs: | None |
Preventive care: | $0 Copay |
Foot Care (In-Network) | |
Foot Exams and Treatments (Medicare-covered): | $30 Copay Prior Authorization Required |
Routine Foot Care: | $30 Copay Prior Authorization Required |
Chiropractic Treatment (In-Network) | |
Medicare-covered chiropractic: | $15 Copay Prior Authorization Required |
Routine chiropractic: | Not Covered |
Emergency and Urgent Care | |
Emergency room care: | $135 Copay |
Urgent care: | $40 Copay |
Ground ambulance: | $0 |
Inpatient hospital care: | $250.00 per day for days 1 through 5 $0.00 per day for days 6 and beyond |
Outpatient hospital care: | $150 Copay Prior Authorization Required |
Skilled Nursing Facility: | $0.00 per day for days 1 through 20 $203.00 per day for days 21 and beyond |
Optional supplemental benefits: | |
Mental Health Services (In-Network) | |
Outpatient individual therapy: | $25 Copay |
Outpatient group therapy: | $15 Copay |
Inpatient psychiatric hospital care: | $250.00 per day for days 1 through 5 $0.00 per day for days 6 and beyond |
Outpatient group therapy: | $15 Copay |
Outpatient individual therapy: | $0 |
Rehabilitation Services (In-Network) | |
Physical therapy and speech and language therapy: | $20 Copay Prior Authorization Required |
Occupational therapy: | $20 Copay Prior Authorization Required |
Medical Equipment and Supplies (In-Network) | |
Diabetes supplies: | $0 Copay Prior Authorization Required |
Durable medical equipment: | 20% Coinsurance Prior Authorization Required |
Prosthetics: | 20% Coinsurance |
Diagnostics, Lab Services, and Imaging (In-Network) | |
Diagnostic radiology services: | $110 Copay Prior Authorization Required |
Lab services: | $0 Copay Prior Authorization Required |
Outpatient x-rays: | $15 Copay Prior Authorization Required |
Diagnostic tests and procedures: | $45 Copay Prior Authorization Required |
Medicare Part B Drugs (In-Network) | |
Chemotherapy: | 20% Coinsurance |
Other Part B drugs (Medicare-covered) | 20% Coinsurance |
Most preventive services are covered 100% by AARP Medicare Advantage from UHC TC-0002 as a Part B benefit.
Supplemental Benefits
Here’s an overview of the additional benefits that UnitedHealthcare offers with this plan:
Supplemental Healthcare Service | Member Cost |
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Preventive Dental | |
Oral exam (In-Network) | Not Covered |
Fluoride treatment (In-Network) | Not Covered |
Dental x-ray(s) (In-Network) | Not Covered |
Cleaning (In-Network) | Not Covered |
Comprehensive Dental | |
Periodontics (In-Network) | Not Covered |
Non-routine services (In-Network) | Not Covered |
Diagnostic services (In-Network) | Not Covered |
Extractions (In-Network) | Not Covered |
Endodontics (In-Network) | Not Covered |
Restorative services (In-Network) | Not Covered |
Prosthodontics, other oral/maxillofacial surgery, other services (In-Network) | Not Covered |
Hearing Aids | |
Fitting/evaluation (In-Network) | Covered Limits may apply |
Hearing aids (In-Network) | Covered Limits may apply |
Hearing exam (In-Network) | Not Covered |
Vision | Maximum vision benefit: | $250.00 Every year |
Eyeglasses (frames and lenses) (In-Network) | $0 Copay |
Routine eye exam (In-Network) | $0 Copay Prior Authorization Required |
Contact lenses (In-Network) | $0 Copay |
Additional Benefits
None specified.
Part D Prescription Drug Costs & Benefits
AARP Medicare Advantage from UHC TC-0002 includes an enhanced benefit Medicare Part D plan (PDP), which offers greater coverage than basic plans. An enhanced benefit plan has a higher actuarial value, meaning it covers a larger percentage of your healthcare costs.
Part D Plan Premium
While the prescription drug plan (Part D) premium is included in the overall plan cost, some plans may have additional costs or provide assistance through the Low-Income Subsidy (LIS) program. Also known as Extra Help, LIS is a Social Security program that assists individuals with limited income and resources in reducing or eliminating Part D expenses.
The following table outlines the prescription drug plan premium details of this plan.
Basic Part D Premium: | $0.00 |
Supplemental Part D Premium: | $0.00 |
Total Part D Premium: | $0.00 |
Part D Premium with Full LIS Assistance: | $0.00 |
If you would like more information about the Extra Help program, you can refer to the Social Security Extra Help page.
Prescription Drug Plan Deductible
The Medicare Part D annual deductible with this plan is $0.00. You must pay this amount at the pharmacy before UnitedHealthcare begins paying its share.
Prescription Drug Plan Out-of-Pocket Costs
In addition to the plan's monthly premium and deductible, AARP Medicare Advantage from UHC TC-0002 has out-of-pocket costs that you must pay when you pick up your prescriptions.
Drug Tier | Preferred | Standard |
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1 (Preferred Generic) | N/A | $0.00 copay |
2 (Generic) | N/A | $8.00 copay |
3 (Preferred Brand) | N/A | $45.00 copay |
4 (Non-Preferred Drug) | N/A | $95.00 copay |
5 (Specialty Tier) | N/A | 33% |
Understanding CMS Star Ratings
Each year, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) evaluates health and drug plans using a comprehensive 5-star rating system. These ratings offer valuable insights into the quality of care, member satisfaction, and overall plan performance.
When selecting a Medicare Advantage plan, looking at the star ratings can help you gauge how well a plan might meet your healthcare needs, making it easier to choose a plan with confidence.
CMS Measure | Star Rating |
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2024 Overall Rating | |
Staying Healthy: Screenings, Tests, Vaccines | |
Managing Chronic (Long Term) Conditions | |
Member Experience with Health Plan | |
Complaints and Changes in Plans Performance | |
Health Plan Customer Service | |
Drug Plan Customer Service | |
Complaints and Changes in the Drug Plan | |
Member Experience with the Drug Plan | |
Drug Safety and Accuracy of Drug Pricing |
Plan Availability
AARP Medicare Advantage from UHC TC-0002 (H5253-047-0) is available in the following locations (click to open):
Eligibility Requirements for AARP Medicare Advantage from UHC TC-0002
To qualify for enrollment in AARP Medicare Advantage from UHC TC-0002, you must:
- Be entitled to Medicare Part A and enrolled in Medicare Part B.
- Live within the plan’s designated service area.
- Not have End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), except under certain conditions.
If you fulfill these criteria, you can enroll in AARP Medicare Advantage from UHC TC-0002 and enjoy the extensive healthcare benefits it offers.
When Can I Enroll in AARP Medicare Advantage from UHC TC-0002?
Knowing when you can enroll in AARP Medicare Advantage from UHC TC-0002 is essential. Here are the main enrollment periods:
- Initial Enrollment Period (IEP): Your IEP starts three months before your 65th birthday and ends three months after, giving you a seven-month window to enroll in Medicare.
- Annual Enrollment Period (AEP): The AEP, from October 15 to December 7, allows you to make changes to your Medicare Advantage plan.
- Medicare Advantage Open Enrollment Period (MA OEP): Running from January 1 to March 31, the MA OEP lets you switch plans or return to Original Medicare.
- Special Enrollment Periods (SEPs): Life events such as moving or losing coverage may qualify you for a SEP, enabling you to enroll or make changes outside the usual periods.
If you're uncertain about the right time to enroll, Call HealthCompare (our trusted enrollment partner) at 1-877-388-0596 (TTY 711) for expert guidance from a licensed insurance agent.
How to Enroll in AARP Medicare Advantage from UHC TC-0002
Joining AARP Medicare Advantage from UHC TC-0002 is straightforward. Here are the steps you can take:
- Online: Use our online enrollment partner's Secure Online Enrollment Form to sign up.
- By Phone: Reach out to HealthCompare (our trusted enrollment partner) at 1-877-388-0596 (TTY 711). A licensed insurance agent will help you with the enrollment process and answer any questions you might have.
- Through Medicare.gov: Enroll directly through the official Medicare website. Visit Medicare.gov, log in or create an account, and follow the steps to join AARP Medicare Advantage from UHC TC-0002.
- Direct Enrollment: You can also choose to enroll directly with AARP Medicare Advantage from UHC TC-0002. The contact information can be found below in the "Contact" section.
Make sure you enroll during the appropriate period to activate your coverage as soon as possible.
Contact UnitedHealthcare
Website: | http://AARPMedicarePlans.com |
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Formulary: | http://AARPMedicarePlans.com |
Pharmacy: | UnitedHealthcare Pharmacy Page |
New Members: | (800)555-5757 |
TTY Users: | 711 |
If you're eligible for Medicare but haven't enrolled or need to verify your enrollment status, you can do so on the Social Security Administration website. For more information about the Medicare Part C program, visit the official Medicare website or call 1-800-MEDICARE.
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