HumanaChoice H5525-055 (PPO)

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$28.00 Monthly Premium

HumanaChoice H5525-055 (PPO) is a PPO Medicare Advantage (Medicare Part C) plan offered by Humana Inc.

Plan ID: H5525-055-000

$28.00 Monthly Premium

California Medicare beneficiaries may want to consider reviewing their Medicare Advantage (Medicare Part C) plan options. A Medicare Advantage plan combines your Original Medicare (Part A and Part B) benefits into a single plan.

Most Medicare Advantage plans cover prescription drugs, and many plans may offer other extra benefits Original Medicare doesn’t cover.

Learn more about California Medicare Advantage plans like the one below and find a plan that offers the benefits you want at an affordable price.

Basic Costs and Coverage

Coverage Details
Monthly plan premium$28.00
Vision coverage
Dental coverage
Hearing coverage
Prescription drugs
Medical deductible$250.00
Out-of-pocket maximum$6,500.00
Initial drug coverage limit$0.00
Catastrophic drug coverage limit$8,000.00
Primary care doctor visitIn-Network:

Doctor Office Visit:
Copayment for Primary Care Office Visit $0.00
Specialty doctor visitIn-Network:

Doctor Specialty Visit:
Copayment for Physician Specialist Office Visit $30.00
Inpatient hospital care
Out-of-Network:
Coinsurance for Acute Hospital Services per Stay 45%
Urgent care
Urgent Care:
Copayment for Urgent Care $30.00

Worldwide Coverage:
Copayment for Worldwide Urgent Coverage $100.00
Emergency room visit
Emergency Care:
Copayment for Emergency Care $100.00
Copayment for Medicare Covered Emergency Care waived if you are admitted to the hospital within 24 hours

Worldwide Coverage:
Copayment for Worldwide Emergency Coverage $100.00
Copayment for Worldwide Emergency Transportation $100.00
Ambulance transportationIn-Network:

Ground Ambulance:
Copayment for Ground Ambulance Services $300.00

Air Ambulance:
Coinsurance for Air Ambulance Services 20%

Please see Evidence of Coverage for Prior Authorization rules

Health Care Services and Medical Supplies

HumanaChoice H5525-055 (PPO) covers a range of additional benefits. Learn more about HumanaChoice H5525-055 (PPO) benefits, some of which may not be covered by Original Medicare (Part A and Part B).

Coverage Details
Chiropractic servicesIn-Network:

Chiropractic Services:
Copayment for Medicare-covered Chiropractic Services $15.00
Prior Authorization Required for Chiropractic Services
Diabetes supplies, training, nutrition therapy and monitoringIn-Network:

Diabetic Supplies and Services:
Coinsurance for Medicare-covered Diabetic Supplies 9%
Coinsurance for Medicare-covered Diabetic Therapeutic Shoes or Inserts 9%
Prior Authorization Required for Diabetic Supplies and Services
Diabetic Supplies and Services limited to those from specified manufacturers(Please see Evidence of Coverage)
Durable medical equipment (DME)In-Network:

Durable Medical Equipment:
Coinsurance for Medicare-covered Durable Medical Equipment 9%
Prior Authorization Required for Durable Medical Equipment
Diagnostic tests, lab and radiology services, and X-raysIn-Network:

Outpatient Diag Procs/Tests/Lab Services:
Copayment for Medicare-covered Diagnostic Procedures/Tests $0.00 to $40.00
Copayment for Medicare-covered Lab Services $0.00 to $40.00
Prior Authorization Required for Outpatient Diag Procs/Tests/Lab Services

Outpatient Diag/Therapeutic Rad Services:
Copayment for Medicare-covered Diagnostic Radiological Services $0.00 to $300.00
Coinsurance for Medicare-covered Therapeutic Radiological Services 20%
Copayment for Medicare-covered X-Ray Services $0.00 to $125.00
Prior Authorization Required for Outpatient Diag/Therapeutic Rad Services
Home health care
Out-of-Network:

Home Health Services:
Coinsurance for Medicare Covered Home Health 40%
Mental health inpatient careIn-Network:

Psychiatric Hospital Services:
$300.00 per day for days 1 to 5
$0.00 per day for days 6 to 90
Prior Authorization Required for Psychiatric Hospital Services
Mental health outpatient care
Out-of-Network:

Outpatient Mental Health Services:
Coinsurance for Medicare Covered Individual Sessions 40%
Coinsurance for Medicare Covered Group Sessions 40%
Outpatient services/surgery
Out-of-Network:

Outpatient Hospital and ASC Services:
Coinsurance for Medicare Covered Outpatient Hospital Services 40% to 45%
Coinsurance for Medicare Covered Ambulatory Surgical Center Services 40% to 45%
Outpatient substance abuse careIn-Network:

Outpatient Substance Abuse Services:
Copayment for Medicare-covered Individual Sessions $30.00
Copayment for Medicare-covered Group Sessions $30.00
Prior Authorization Required for Outpatient Substance Abuse Services
Over-the-counter itemsIn-Network:

Over-The-Counter (OTC) Items:
Copayment for Over-The-Counter (OTC) Items $0.00
Maximum Plan Benefit of $30.00 every three months
Nicotine Replacement Therapy (NRT) offerred as a Part C OTC benefit
Podiatry servicesIn-Network:

Podiatry Services:
Copayment for Medicare-Covered Podiatry Services $30.00
Prior Authorization Required for Podiatry Services
Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) careIn-Network:

Skilled Nursing Facility Services:
$0.00 per day for days 1 to 20
$203.00 per day for days 21 to 53
$0.00 per day for days 54 to 100
Prior Authorization Required for Skilled Nursing Facility Services

Dental Benefits

The following dental services are covered, though there may be provider network restrictions. See the plan Evidence of Coverage.

Coverage Details
Dental careIn Network:
0% coinsurance for comprehensive oral evaluation or periodontal exam up to 1 every 3 years. 0% coinsurance for panoramic film or diagnostic x-rays up to 1 every 5 years. 0% coinsurance for bitewing x-rays, intraoral x-rays up to 1 set(s) per year. 0% coinsurance for emergency diagnostic exam up to 1 per year. 0% coinsurance for fluoride treatment, periodic oral exam, prophylaxis (cleaning) up to 2 per year. 0% coinsurance for periodontal maintenance up to 4 per year. 0% coinsurance for necessary anesthesia with covered service up to unlimited per year. $25 copayment for scaling and root planing (deep cleaning) up to 1 per quadrant every 3 years. $25 copayment for scaling for moderate inflammation up to 1 every 3 years. $25 copayment for crown recementation, bridge recementation up to 1 every 5 years. $25 copayment for emergency treatment for pain up to 2 per year. $25 copayment per tooth for amalgam and/or composite filling, simple or surgical extraction up to unlimited per year. 50% coinsurance for occlusal adjustment up to 1 every 3 years. 50% coinsurance for bridges-pontic up to 1 every 5 years. 50% coinsurance for bridges-crown up to 2 every 5 years. 50% coinsurance for crown, other restorative services - core buildup and prefabricated post and core, root canal, root canal retreatment up to 1 per tooth per lifetime. 50% coinsurance for oral surgery up to 2 per year. $2,000 combined maximum benefit coverage amount per year for preventive and comprehensive benefits.

Out of Network:
0% coinsurance for comprehensive oral evaluation or periodontal exam up to 1 every 3 years. 0% coinsurance for panoramic film or diagnostic x-rays up to 1 every 5 years. 0% coinsurance for bitewing x-rays, intraoral x-rays up to 1 set(s) per year. 0% coinsurance for emergency diagnostic exam up to 1 per year. 0% coinsurance for fluoride treatment, periodic oral exam, prophylaxis (cleaning) up to 2 per year. 0% coinsurance for periodontal maintenance up to 4 per year. 0% coinsurance for necessary anesthesia with covered service up to unlimited per year. $25 copayment for scaling and root planing (deep cleaning) up to 1 per quadrant every 3 years. $25 copayment for scaling for moderate inflammation up to 1 every 3 years. $25 copayment for crown recementation, bridge recementation up to 1 every 5 years. $25 copayment for emergency treatment for pain up to 2 per year. $25 copayment per tooth for amalgam and/or composite filling, simple or surgical extraction up to unlimited per year. 50% coinsurance for occlusal adjustment up to 1 every 3 years. 50% coinsurance for bridges-pontic up to 1 every 5 years. 50% coinsurance for bridges-crown up to 2 every 5 years. 50% coinsurance for crown, other restorative services - core buildup and prefabricated post and core, root canal, root canal retreatment up to 1 per tooth per lifetime. 50% coinsurance for oral surgery up to 2 per year. $2,000 combined maximum benefit coverage amount per year for preventive and comprehensive benefits. Benefits received out-of-network are subject to any in-network benefit maximums, limitations, and/or exclusions.

Vision Benefits

The following vision services are covered, though there may be provider network restrictions. See the plan Evidence of Coverage.

Coverage Details
Vision benefitsIn-Network:

Eye Exams:
Copayment for Medicare Covered Benefits $0.00 to $30.00
Copayment for Routine Eye Exams $0.00
  • Maximum 1 Routine Eye Exam every year
Maximum Plan Benefit of $75.00 every year for in and out of network services combined
Prior Authorization Required for Eye Exams

Eyewear:
Copayment for Medicare-Covered Benefits $0.00
Copayment for Contact Lenses $0.00
  • Maximum 1 Pair every year
Copayment for Eyeglasses (lenses and frames) $0.00
  • Maximum 1 Pair every year
Maximum Plan Benefit of $150.00 every year for all Non-Medicare covered eyewear for in and out of network services combined
Prior Authorization Required for Eyewear

Hearing Benefits

The following hearing services are covered, though there may be provider network restrictions. See the plan Evidence of Coverage.

Coverage Details
Hearing benefitsIn-Network:

Hearing Exams:
Copayment for Medicare Covered Benefits $30.00
Copayment for Routine Hearing Exams $0.00
  • Maximum 1 visit every year
Copayment for Fitting/Evaluation for Hearing Aid $0.00
Prior Authorization Required for Hearing Exams

Hearing Aids:
Copayment for Hearing Aids $499.00 to $799.00
  • Maximum 2 Hearing Aids every year

Preventive Services and Health/Wellness Education Programs

The following services are covered, though there may be provider network restrictions. See the plan Evidence of Coverage.

Coverage Details
Preventive services and health/wellness education programs
Out-of-Network:

Medicare-covered Zero Dollar Preventive Services:
Copayment for Medicare Covered Medicare-covered Preventive Services $0.00
Coinsurance for Medicare Covered Medicare-covered Preventive Services 40%

Prescription Drug Costs and Coverage

The HumanaChoice H5525-055 (PPO) offers prescription drug coverage, with an annual drug deductible of $250.00 (excludes Tiers 1, 2 and 3)

Coverage
Cost
Coverage & Cost
Annual drug deductible$250.00 (excludes Tiers 1, 2 and 3)
Tier 1
  • Standard retail $0.00
  • Preferred mail order $0.00
  • Standard mail order $10.00
    • Tier 2
  • Standard retail $0.00
  • Preferred mail order $0.00
  • Standard mail order $20.00
    • Tier 3
  • Standard retail $47.00
  • Preferred mail order $47.00
  • Standard mail order $47.00
    •
    Annual drug deductible$250.00 (excludes Tiers 1, 2 and 3)
    Tier 1
  • Standard retail N/A
  • Preferred mail order N/A
  • Standard mail order N/A
    • Tier 2
  • Standard retail N/A
  • Preferred mail order N/A
  • Standard mail order N/A
    • Tier 3
  • Standard retail N/A
  • Preferred mail order N/A
  • Standard mail order N/A
    •
    Annual drug deductible$250.00 (excludes Tiers 1, 2 and 3)
    Tier 1
  • Standard retail $0.00
  • Preferred mail order $0.00
  • Standard mail order $30.00
    • Tier 2
  • Standard retail $0.00
  • Preferred mail order $0.00
  • Standard mail order $60.00
    • Tier 3
  • Standard retail $141.00
  • Preferred mail order $94.00
  • Standard mail order $141.00
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