Medicare Advantage HMO Plans In California

Anthem's Medicare Advantage HMO plans, formerly MediBlue plans, help you save money with no or low plan premiums. Choose an Anthem HMO plan if you want all-in-one coverage that includes Original Medicare (Medicare Parts A and B) and usually Medicare Part D (prescription drug) coverage.

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Anthem Medicare Advantage HMO Plans

 

 

Anthem HMO plans are Medicare Advantage plans that offer the benefits of a health maintenance organization (HMO) plan, including lower monthly premiums and lower out-of-pocket costs. These plans were previously known as MediBlue, we still offer the same great HMO plans with a new name as Anthem Medicare Advantage HMO plans.

 

When considering Anthem plans, you have the option to choose a Medicare preferred provider organization (PPO) or Medicare HMO plan. Learn more about Medicare Advantage plans with Anthem, including the difference between HMO and PPO plans.

 

Is A Medicare HMO Plan Right For You?

 

When you choose a Medicare Advantage HMO plan, you can select a primary care provider (PCP) in the plan’s network. Your PCP provides your regular care and routine screenings. They also direct you to the right specialists when you need them. 

 

Working with a regular doctor who understands your health history, medications, and unique healthcare needs has its advantages. Your PCP can recommend the healthcare expert or facility that will best meet your needs.

     

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Do You Have A Favorite Doctor?

Check if your doctor is in the plan’s network.

     

What Do Medicare HMO Plans Cover?

With an Anthem Medicare Advantage HMO plan, formerly MediBlue,  you will have a strong network of doctors and hospitals you can trust for quality care.

Here are some of the other benefits of our Medicare Advantage plans:

Preventive services

Coverage for annual check-ups, immunizations, and flu shots, as well as certain tests and screenings.

Prescription drug coverage

Coverage for a wide range of prescription drugs and Medication Therapy Management (MTM) programs for complex health needs.

Over-the-counter (OTC) health items

Receive an allowance for OTC items like vitamins, aspirin, dental and vision care products, and more.

Dental, vision, & hearing

Benefits are built right into your plan, and you may be able to buy additional coverage.

24/7 telehealth visits

Connect with providers by computer, tablet, or smartphone in the convenience of your home.

No-cost fitness program

Access thousands of SilverSneakers® fitness locations at no extra charge.

Benefits listed may vary based on the plan you choose or where you live.

What Do Medicare Advantage HMO Plans Cost? 

 

 

With low or no monthly premiums, copays, or deductibles, our Anthem Medicare Advantage, formerly MediBlue, HMO plans can help you keep to your budget without sacrificing coverage.

 

 Monthly premiums as low as $0
You will still have to pay your Medicare Part B premium.

 

 Copays as low as $0
Low, fixed copays for doctor visits and outpatient lab tests.

 

 Deductibles as low as $0
Plans generally have $0 deductibles for medical costs.

 

 

Benefits listed may vary based on the plan you choose or where you live.

 

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Who Can Enroll In A Medicare Advantage HMO Plan?

People with a chronic condition or who have both Medicare and Medicaid may enroll in a Medicare Advantage Special Needs Plan (SNP). These plans offer specialized care including home delivered meals, transportation1, 2, over-the-counter (OTC) health items, and other benefits.

Anyone eligible for Medicare can choose a Medicare Advantage HMO plan. Choose an Anthem HMO for all the coverage of a Medicare Advantage plan with the cost and service benefits of an HMO.

Benefits listed may vary based on the plan you choose or where you live.

Frequently Asked Questions About Medicare Advantage HMO Plans

Anthem MediBlue plans have been rebranded to Anthem Medicare Advantage HMO plans. These are the same great Anthem HMO plans with a new name.

A Medicare Advantage HMO (health maintenance organization) plan is a type of Medicare Advantage plan that provides healthcare coverage from doctors, other health care providers, or hospitals in the plan’s network for certain services.


A Medicare Advantage HMO plan also covers emergency care, out-of-network urgent care, or out-of-network dialysis.

No, if you are eligible for Medicare and wish to sign up for a Medicare Advantage plan, you have other options, including a Medicare Advantage PPO (preferred provider organization) plan or a SNP (special needs plan).

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Read Our Medicare Articles

Learn more about Medicare Advantage and compare differences between Original Medicare vs. Medicare Advantage, or Medicare Supplement vs. Medicare Advantage. You can also take a deeper dive into other articles about Medicare plans, benefits, and more.

1 Transportation services are issued as one-way trips and provided on an annual basis. Benefits vary by plan.

 

2 Depending on your plan, the benefits listed may be available through the Medicare Advantage Value-Based Insurance Design Model or to eligible members as Special Supplemental Benefits for the Chronically Ill (SSBCI). You may qualify for SSBCI if you have a high risk for hospitalization and require intensive care coordination to manage chronic conditions such as Chronic Kidney Diseases, Chronic Lung Disorders, Cardiovascular Disorders, Chronic Heart Failure, or Diabetes. For a full list of chronic conditions or to learn more about other eligibility requirements needed to qualify for SSBCI benefits, please refer to Chapter 4 in the plan's Evidence of Coverage.

Out-of-network/non-contracted providers are under no obligation to treat Plan members, except in emergency situations. Please call our customer service number or see your Evidence of Coverage for more information, including the cost-sharing that applies to out-of-network services.

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Anthem Blue Cross, a Medicare Advantage organization with a Medicare Contract, offers HMO, HMO D-SNP, HMO C-SNP, and HMO I-SNP plans. Anthem Blue Cross Partnership Plan, a Medicare Advantage Organization with a Medicare Contract, offers HMO and HMO-CSNP plans. Anthem Life and Health Insurance Company, a Medicare Advantage Organization with a Medicare Contract, offers LPPO, LPPO D-SNP, and LPPO C-SNP plans. Anthem Blue Cross HMO D-SNP plans and Anthem Life and Health Insurance Company LPPO D-SNP plans additionally contract with state Medicaid programs. Anthem BC Health Insurance Company, a Medicare Advantage Organization with a Medicare Contract, offers LPPO plans.  Enrollment in an Anthem Blue Cross, Anthem Blue Cross Partnership Plan, Anthem BC Health Insurance Company and Anthem Life and Health Insurance Company plans depend on contract renewal.