Extra Care, Resources and Support for You
Do you have both Medicare and Medicaid? You likely qualify for a Dual-Eligible Special Needs Plan (D-SNP), a plan that gives you extra coverage you won’t receive with Original Medicare. For example, we have D-SNPs that include money for over-the-counter health items, and dental, vision and prescription drug coverage.
Am I Eligible for a D-SNP?
You are eligible for a D-SNP when you have both Medicare, a federal government program, and Medicaid, a state-run service. You can learn more about Medicare and Medicaid if you're not sure which program you qualify for.
If you have both of these programs and we offer the plan where you live, exploring the extra coverage you could have is worth it – it could even be life-changing.
Benefits in Dual-Eligible Medicare Plans
Our D-SNPs give you dental, vision, hearing and prescription drug coverage. Make sure to check your area for specific coverage, as it can vary from state to state. But typically, a routine teeth cleaning or eye exam and preventive care screenings won’t cost you anything.
Preventive care benefits help you maintain your health, especially if you catch issues early on while they are easy to treat. That’s why preventive care is so important for your long-term health. Take the flu shot for an example. If you get a flu shot, you’ll lower your chances of catching the flu. And, if you do contract the flu, you’re less likely to have serious flu-related problems if you had the shot.
More Valuable Benefits in Our D-SNPs
Nutritional training; health and wellness education
Transportation services or in-home support
24/7 Nurse Help Line
Personal emergency response system
Occupational, physical and behavioral health therapy
Compare SNPs With Other Medicare Advantage Plans
If you're not eligible for a D-SNP, our Medicare Advantage plans also offer similar benefits. You just need to be enrolled in Original Medicare to apply. Try our shopping tool to help you find and compare Empire Medicare Advantage plans in your area.
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If your state isn't listed, check out bcbs.com to find coverage in your area.
