Dual Special Needs Plans (D-SNPs) are specialized Medicare Advantage plans for people with both Medicare and Medicaid and typically offer many extra benefits and features beyond Original Medicare.
What makes Dual Special Needs Plans different?
Medicaid is a joint Federal and state government program. Dual Eligible Plans also include help to coordinate care. These plans typically include additional benefits like:
Dental Coverage
Prescription Drug Coverage
Health Product and Over-the-Counter item Credits
Food Allowance
Vision Coverage
Transportation Services
Fitness Programs
Is a Dual Special Needs Plan right for you?
It may be right for you if…
You have full Medicaid Benefits and Medicare
You have complex medical needs
You need help coordinating care
You’d like extra benefits
What are the Eligibility Requirements for a Dual Special Needs Plan?
You have both Medicare Part A and Medicare Part B
You live in the geographic service area of your chosen plan
You are a US citizen or are lawfully present in the US
You are eligible for one of the following Medicaid Savings Programs:
Qualified Medicare Beneficiary
Specified Low-Income Medicare Beneficiary Plus
Full Benefit Dual Eligible
How do I learn more about Medicaid Eligibility?
Contact the North Carolina Medicaid office:
Call: 888-245-0179 8:00am– 5:00pm Monday through Friday
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