2022 FirstMedicare Direct PPO Plus (PPO)


FirstMedicare Direct PPO Plus (PPO) H8064-002 is a 2022 Medicare Advantage Plan or Part-C by FirstMedicare Direct available to residents in North Carolina. This plan includes additional prescription drug (Part-D) coverage. The FirstMedicare Direct PPO Plus (PPO) has a monthly premium of $69.00 and has an in-network maximum out-of-pocket limit of $5,500 (MOOP). This means that if you get sick or need a high cost procedure the co-pays are capped once you pay $5,500 out-of-pocket. This can be a extremely nice safety net.

FirstMedicare Direct PPO Plus (PPO) is a Local PPO. A preferred provider organization (PPO) is a Medicare plan that has created contracts with a network of "preferred" providers for you to choose from at reduced rates. You do not need to select a primary care physician and you do not need referrals to see other providers in the network. Offering you a little more flexibility overall. You can get medical attention from a provider outside of the network but you will have to pay the difference between the out-of-network bill and the PPOs discounted rate.

FirstMedicare Direct works with Medicare to provide significant coverage beyond Part A and Part B benefits. If you decide to sign up for FirstMedicare Direct PPO Plus (PPO) you still retain Original Medicare. But you will get additional Part A (Hospital Insurance) and Part B (Medical Insurance) coverage from FirstMedicare Direct and not Original Medicare. With Medicare Advantage you are always covered for urgently needed and emergency care. Plus you receive all the benefits of Original Medicare from FirstMedicare Direct except hospice care. Original Medicare still provides you with hospice care even if you sign up for Medicare Advantage.




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2022 FirstMedicare Direct Medicare Advantage Plan Costs

Name:
FirstMedicare Direct PPO Plus (PPO)
Plan ID:
H8064-002
Provider:FirstMedicare Direct
Year:2022
Type: Local PPO
Monthly Premium C+D: $69.00
Part C Premium:$30.50
MOOP: $5,500
Part D (Drug) Premium:$38.50
Part D Supplemental Premium$0.00
Total Part D Premium:$38.50
Drug Deductible:$0.00
Tiers with No Deductible:0
Gap Coverage:Yes
Benchmark:not below the regional benchmark
Type of Medicare Health:Enhanced Alternative
Drug Benefit Type:Enhanced
Similar Plan: H8064-004
New Plan: 2023 H8064-004




FirstMedicare Direct PPO Plus (PPO) Part-C Premium

FirstMedicare Direct charges a $30.50 Part-C premium. The Part C premium covers Medicare medical, hospital benefits and supplemental benefits if offered. You generally are also responsible for paying the Part B premium.



H8064-002 Part-D Deductible and Premium

FirstMedicare Direct PPO Plus (PPO) has a monthly drug premium of $38.50 and a $0.00 drug deductible. This FirstMedicare Direct plan offers a $38.50 Part-D Basic Premium that is not below the regional benchmark. This covers the basic prescription benefit only and does not cover enhanced drug benefits such as medical benefits or hospital benefits. The Part D Supplemental Premium is $0.00 this Premium covers any enhanced plan benefits offered by FirstMedicare Direct above and beyond the standard PDP benefits. This can include additional coverage in the gap, lower co-payments and coverage of non-Part D drugs. The Part D Total Premium is $38.50 . The Part D Total Premium is the addition of the supplemental and basic premiums for some plans this amount can be lowered due to negative basic or supplemental premiums.



FirstMedicare Direct Gap Coverage

In 2022 once you and your plan provider have spent $4430 on covered drugs. (combined amount plus your deductible) You will be in the coverage gap. (AKA "donut hole") You will be required to pay 25% for prescription drugs unless your plan offers additional coverage. This FirstMedicare Direct plan does offer additional coverage through the gap.



Premium Assistance

The Low Income Subsidy (LIS) helps people with Medicare pay for prescription drugs, and lowers the costs of Medicare prescription drug coverage. Depending on your income level you may be eligible for full 75%, 50%, 25% premium assistance. The FirstMedicare Direct PPO Plus (PPO) medicare insurance offers a $2.70 premium obligation if you receive a full low-income subsidy (LIS) assistance. And the payment is $11.60 for 75% low income subsidy $20.60 for 50% and $29.50 for 25%.



Full LIS Premium:$2.70
75% LIS Premium:$11.60
50% LIS Premium:$20.60
25% LIS Premium:$29.50


H8064-002 Formulary or Drug Coverage

FirstMedicare Direct PPO Plus (PPO) formulary is divided into Tiers or levels of coverage based on usage and according to the medication costs. Each tier will have a defined copay that you must pay to receive the drug. Drugs in lower tiers will usually cost less than those in higher tiers. By reviewing different Medicare Drug formularies, you can pick a Medicare Advantage plan that covers your medications. Additionally, you can choose a plan that has your drugs listed at a lower price. You can see complete 2022 FirstMedicare Direct PPO Plus (PPO) H8064-002 Formulary here.

Drug Tier Copay
Preferred
Pharmacy
Copay
Nonpreferred
Pharmacy
Tier 1 NA $2
Tier 2 NA $15
Tier 3 NA $47
Tier 4 NA 45%
Tier 5 NA 33%
*Initial Coverage Phase and 30 day supply





2021 FirstMedicare Direct PPO Plus (PPO) Summary of Benefits

*This will be updated with 2022 data when available.



Additional Benefits


No



Comprehensive Dental


Diagnostic services Not covered
Endodontics Not covered
Extractions Not covered
Non-routine services Not covered
Periodontics Not covered
Prosthodontics, other oral/maxillofacial surgery, other services Not covered
Restorative services Not covered



Deductible


$0



Diagnostic Tests and Procedures


Diagnostic radiology services (e.g., MRI) 20% coinsurance
Diagnostic radiology services (e.g., MRI) 30% coinsurance (Out-of-Network)
Diagnostic tests and procedures 30% coinsurance (Out-of-Network)
Diagnostic tests and procedures 20% coinsurance
Lab services 30% coinsurance (Out-of-Network)
Lab services 20% coinsurance
Outpatient x-rays 20% coinsurance
Outpatient x-rays 30% coinsurance (Out-of-Network)



Doctor Visits


Primary $10 copay per visit
Primary 20% coinsurance per visit (Out-of-Network)
Specialist 20% coinsurance per visit (Out-of-Network)
Specialist $35 copay per visit



Emergency care/Urgent Care


Emergency $90 copay per visit (always covered)
Urgent care $15 copay per visit (always covered)



Foot Care (podiatry services)


Foot exams and treatment $45 copay
Foot exams and treatment 20% coinsurance (Out-of-Network)
Routine foot care Not covered



Ground Ambulance


$350 copay (Out-of-Network)
$350 copay



Hearing


Fitting/evaluation Not covered
Hearing aids - inner ear Not covered
Hearing aids - outer ear Not covered
Hearing aids - over the ear Not covered
Hearing exam 20% coinsurance (Out-of-Network)
Hearing exam $45 copay



Inpatient Hospital Coverage


$310 per day for days 1 through 6
$0 per day for days 7 through 90
20% per stay (Out-of-Network)



Medical Equipment/Supplies


Diabetes supplies 20% coinsurance per item (Out-of-Network)
Diabetes supplies 0-20% coinsurance per item
Durable medical equipment (e.g., wheelchairs, oxygen) 20% coinsurance per item
Durable medical equipment (e.g., wheelchairs, oxygen) 20% coinsurance per item (Out-of-Network)
Prosthetics (e.g., braces, artificial limbs) 20% coinsurance per item
Prosthetics (e.g., braces, artificial limbs) 20% coinsurance per item (Out-of-Network)



Medicare Part B Drugs


Chemotherapy 20% coinsurance (Out-of-Network)
Chemotherapy 20% coinsurance
Other Part B drugs 20% coinsurance (Out-of-Network)
Other Part B drugs 20% coinsurance



Mental Health Services


Inpatient hospital - psychiatric $160 per day for days 1 through 10
$0 per day for days 11 through 90
Inpatient hospital - psychiatric 20% per stay (Out-of-Network)
Outpatient group therapy visit 20% coinsurance (Out-of-Network)
Outpatient group therapy visit $40 copay
Outpatient group therapy visit with a psychiatrist $35 copay
Outpatient group therapy visit with a psychiatrist 20% coinsurance (Out-of-Network)
Outpatient individual therapy visit $40 copay
Outpatient individual therapy visit 20% coinsurance (Out-of-Network)
Outpatient individual therapy visit with a psychiatrist $35 copay
Outpatient individual therapy visit with a psychiatrist 20% coinsurance (Out-of-Network)



MOOP


$10,000 In and Out-of-network
$5,500 In-network



Option


No



Optional supplemental benefits


Yes



Outpatient Hospital Coverage


$0-275 copay per visit
20% coinsurance per visit (Out-of-Network)



Package #1


Deductible
Monthly Premium $26.00



Package #2


Deductible
Monthly Premium $45.00



Preventive Care


$0 copay (Out-of-Network)
$0 copay



Preventive Dental


Cleaning $0 copay
Cleaning $0 copay (Out-of-Network)
Dental x-ray(s) $0 copay (Out-of-Network)
Dental x-ray(s) $0 copay
Fluoride treatment Not covered
Oral exam $0 copay (Out-of-Network)
Oral exam $0 copay



Rehabilitation Services


Occupational therapy visit 20% coinsurance (Out-of-Network)
Occupational therapy visit $30 copay
Physical therapy and speech and language therapy visit $30 copay
Physical therapy and speech and language therapy visit 20% coinsurance (Out-of-Network)



Skilled Nursing Facility


20% per stay (Out-of-Network)
$0 per day for days 1 through 20
$184 per day for days 21 through 100



Transportation


Not covered



Vision


Contact lenses Not covered
Eyeglass frames Not covered
Eyeglass lenses Not covered
Eyeglasses (frames and lenses) Not covered
Other Not covered
Routine eye exam $45 copay
Routine eye exam 20% coinsurance (Out-of-Network)
Upgrades Not covered



Wellness Programs (e.g. fitness nursing hotline)


Covered





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Source: CMS.
Data as of September 1, 2021.
Notes: Data are subject to change as contracts are finalized. For 2022, enhanced alternative may offer additional cost sharing reductions in the gap on a sub-set of the formulary drugs, beyond the standard Part-D benefit. Includes 2022 approved contracts. Employer sponsored 800 series and plans under sanction are excluded.

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