Mr. Sinclair has diabetes and heart trouble and is generally satisfied with the care he has received under Original Medicare, but he would like to know more about Medicare Advantage Special Needs Plans (SNPs). What could you tell him? b. SNPs have special programs for enrollees with chronic conditions, like Mr. Sinclair, and they provide … Read more
Mrs. Ramos is considering a Medicare Advantage PPO and has questions about which providers she can go to for her health care. What should you tell her? d. Mrs. Ramos can obtain care from any provider who participates in Original Medicare, but generally will have a higher cost-sharing amount if she sees a provider who/that … Read more
Mr. Kumar is considering a Medicare Advantage HMO and has questions about his ability to access providers. What should you tell him? a. In most Medicare Advantage HMOs, Mr. Kumar must obtain his services only from providers who have a contractual relationship with the plan (except in an emergency). Correct
Daniel is a middle-income Medicare beneficiary. He has chronic bronchitis, putting him at severe risk for pneumonia. Otherwise, he has no problems functioning. Which type of SNP is likely to be most appropriate for him? b. C-SNP Correct
Mrs. Billings enrolled in the ABC Medicare Advantage (MA) plan several years ago. Her doctor recently confirmed a diagnosis of end-stage renal disease (ESRD). What options does Mrs. Billings have in regard to her MA plan during the next open enrollment season? d. She may remain in her ABC MA plan or enroll in a … Read more
Mr. Castillo, a naturalized citizen, previously enrolled in Medicare Part B but has recently stopped paying his Part B premium. Mr. Castillo is still covered by Part A. He would like to enroll in a Medicare Advantage (MA) plan and is still covered by Part A. What should you tell him? a. He is not … Read more
Mrs. Radford asks whether there are any special eligibility requirements for Medicare Advantage. What should you tell her? d. Mrs. Radford must be entitled to Part A and enrolled in Part B to enroll in Medicare Advantage. Correct
