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2023 Medicare Advantage in Illinois

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Information about Medicare Advantage Plans in Illinois

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There are 2,565 different Illinois Medicare Advantage (Medicare Part C) plans in 2023.1 Not every plan is available in each county, so it's important to find out which ones are offered where you live.

A licensed insurance agent can help you compare the availability, benefits and costs of Medicare Advantage plans in your area of Illinois.

Read below to learn more about Medicare in your state.

Average costs of IL Medicare Advantage plans

The average premium for a Medicare Advantage plan with prescription drug coverage in Illinois is $38.85 per month in 2023, and you may be able to find plans where you live that feature $0 premiums.1 Plus, the average medical deductible is just $2.47 per year.1

The cost of a Medicare Advantage plan can vary depending on where you live. A licensed insurance agent can help you compare Medicare Advantage plan costs in your area.

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Illinois Medicare Eligibility & Enrollment

Before you can enroll in a Medicare Advantage plan, you must first sign up for Medicare Part A and Part B, commonly known together as Original Medicare.

In order to enroll in Medicare at age 65, you must meet the following requirements:

  • You must be a U.S. citizen or permanent legal resident who has lived in the U.S. for five continuous years.

  • You or your spouse must have worked long enough to be eligible for Social Security or Railroad Retirement benefits.

  • You or your spouse must be government employees or retirees who have not paid into Social Security but have paid Medicare payroll taxes.

If you are under 65, you may be eligible for Medicare if you meet the following criteria:

  • You have been receiving Social Security disability benefits or certain Railroad Retirement Board disability benefits for at least 24 months.

  • You have ALS (amyotrophic lateral sclerosis, or Lou Gehrig's disease).

  • You have End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD), and you or your spouse have paid Social Security taxes for a certain length of time.

If you have ESRD, you may be able to enroll in a Medicare Advantage plan or an Illinois Medicare Special Needs Plan (SNP) that is specifically designed to help meet your health care needs.

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How to sign up for a Medicare Advantage Plan in Illinois

The first time you may be able to enroll in an Illinois Medicare Part C plan is during your Medicare Initial Enrollment Period (IEP).

Medicare Initial Enrollment Period graphic

Your Medicare IEP is a seven-month period when you typically will first become eligible for Medicare. Your IEP begins three months before your 65th birthday, includes the month of your birthday and continues on for three more months.

Additional times at which you may be able to sign up for a Medicare Advantage plan include:

Medicare Advantage Open Enrollment Period: January 1 – March 31

From Jan. 1 to March 31 every year, you may switch Medicare Advantage plans or drop your Medicare Advantage plan and return to Original Medicare.

If you return to Original Medicare during this period, you'll be able to join a Medicare standalone prescription drug plan (Medicare Part D).

Fall Medicare Open Enrollment Period (AEP): October 15 – December 7

Medicare's fall open enrollment period is called the Annual Enrollment Period or Annual Election Period (AEP).

During AEP, you may enroll in a Medicare Advantage plan or switch from one Medicare Advantage plan to another.

You may also drop your existing Medicare Advantage plan and return to Original Medicare.

During AEP, you may also join, switch or drop a Medicare Part D plan. 

Medicare Special Enrollment Periods (SEP)

You may potentially be granted a Medicare Special Enrollment Period (SEP) at any time throughout the year, but only for certain qualifying circumstances and limited situations.

A licensed insurance agent can help you find out if you qualify for a Medicare Special Enrollment Period.

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Top-rated Medicare Advantage Plans Illinois 2023

Each year, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) issues Star Ratings, which use a system of one to five stars to rate all available Medicare Advantage plans.

In order for a Medicare Advantage plan to be considered a top-rated plan, it must have four or more stars out of five stars.

48.1% of 2023 Medicare Advantage plans with prescription drug coverage in Illinois are rated four stars or higher.2

Medicare Star Ratings
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★★★★

Above Average

★★★

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★★

Below Average

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Poor

The five categories by which Medicare Advantage plans are rated include the following:

  • Preventive care and health maintenance (screenings, tests, vaccines, etc.)
  • Management of chronic conditions
  • Member experiences and ratings of the plan
  • Member complaints, problems receiving services and member retention
  • Customer service

The information for the star ratings is gathered from information that is submitted to Medicare, Medicare’s regular monitoring activities and member surveys.

List of Medicare Advantage Plans Available in Illinois in 2023

To view a list of plans offered in your area within Illinois, use our plan comparison tool.

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Private insurance companies offer Medicare Advantage plans in Illinois

Certain insurance carriers may offer Medicare Advantage plans in Illinois, but the availability of plans where you live may vary.

Private insurance companies offer Medicare Advantage plans that may be unique to the plan area they serve.

You can call to speak with a licensed insurance agent who can help you compare the Medicare Advantage plans that are sold by one or more insurance companies where you live.

When you’re shopping for Medicare Advantage plans in Illinois, you can use some of the following information to help guide your decision:

  • The Medicare Star Ratings can give you an idea of a plan’s overall quality.

  • Agencies like A.M. Best, Moody’s and Standard & Poor’s can provide information about an insurance company’s credit rating and financial standing.

  • You can read through Medicare Advantage plan reviews and testimonials from customers.

Illinois Medicare Advantage plans by county

Learn more about 2023 Medicare Advantage plans in Illinois by county.

IL Medicare Advantage plans by plan type

The major types of Medicare Advantage plans Illinois include:

  • HMO
    With a Health Maintenance Organization (HMO), you are usually required to use health care providers and pharmacies that are part of the plan’s network (except in the case of emergencies).

    You are also typically required to get a referral from a primary care doctor in order to see a specialist if you have an HMO plan.

  • PPO
    Medicare Advantage beneficiaries in a Preferred Provider Organization (PPO) can typically see providers outside of their plan’s network, often at a higher cost.

    PPO plan beneficiaries typically pay less out of pocket if they choose to receive medical services from providers within their plan’s network.

    PPO plans typically do not require patients to acquire a referral before visiting with a specialist.

  • PFFS
    A Private Fee-For-Service (PFFS) plan determines how much it will pay to health care providers when care is received.

    With a PFFS plan, you can typically receive care from any doctor, hospital or health care provider that accepts Medicare and your plan’s terms. Not all providers will accept these terms, however.

  • SNP
    A Special Needs Plan (SNP) is a type of Medicare Advantage plan limited to people with certain chronic conditions and other specific characteristics.

    A Medicare SNP is required to provide prescription drug coverage.

Not all of these types of plans may be available in your area. A licensed insurance agent can help you compare the types of 2023 Illinois Medicare Advantage plans that are available where you live.

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How to choose a Medicare Advantage Plan in Illinois

Picking a Medicare Advantage plan can be a confusing endeavor, but you should really focus on the following factors to help find the best Medicare Advantage Plan in IL for you and your needs:

  • Monthly Premium: Your monthly premium is addition to your Part B monthly premium, so it's very important to keep an eye on. You'll be paying this every month, no matter if you're actually using your benefits or not. That being said, some people should have access to at least one $0 premium medicare advantage plan. 
  • Provider Network: It's important to know if your usual doctors, pharmacies and hospitals are available in-network because these will be much cheaper than out-of-network options.
  • Deductibles and Copays: It's important to know how much you're paying when you're accessing your benefits such as visiting a doctor or getting your prescription filled.
  • Out-Of-Pocket Maximum: Your out-of-pocket maximum is the maximum you'll spend, not including your premium, deductible and drug costs, for any services that are covered by Medicare.
  • Additional Benefits: The benefit of Medicare Advantage plans is they offer additional benefits and coverage compared to traditional Medicare, so make sure you know the specifics regarding what is covered and what isn't with your individual plan.

Local health insurance resources in Illinois

  • The Illinois Senior Health Insurance Program is a free service for Medicare beneficiaries in the state of Illinois.

    The program provides counseling and assistance to both beneficiaries and their caregivers in the hopes of helping people take better advantage of their benefits and exercise their rights and options.

    The program may be reached at 800-252-8966.     

  • You can also explore more information about the insurance industry in Illinois by visiting the state’s Department of Insurance website.

  • Illinois Prescription Drug Assistance Programs
    The state of Illinois has a number of programs designed to help with the cost of prescription drugs. There are programs for both Medicare beneficiaries and non-Medicare beneficiaries alike that can cover the cost of premiums and cost-sharing or even lower the cost of the drugs themselves.

1 MedicareAdvantage.com's The Best States for Medicare report.

2 Medicare evaluates plans based on a 5-star rating system.