Is Cal MediConnect a Medicare Advantage Plan?

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Medicare Advantage Plan and Cal MediConnect
You are getting this letter because you qualify for the Cal MediConnect program and you are in a Medicare Advantage Plan today.

Is Cal MediConnect Medicare?

Cal MediConnect combines Medicare and Medi-Cal benefits into one health plan, with additional care coordination benefits. Cal MediConnect is part of California's larger Coordinated Care Initiative (CCI).

What is a Cal MediConnect plan?

• Cal MediConnect Plans. Cal MediConnect plans cover and combine all of the benefits that you receive through Medicare and Medi-Cal, including prescription drugs. The plan will also cover extra benefits like care coordination, additional vision care and non-medical vehicle transportation.

What are the two types of Medi-Cal?

This guidebook explains the two kinds of Medi-Cal: Regular Medi-Cal and Medi-Cal Health Plans.

Who is eligible for Cal MediConnect?

In order to be eligible for the Cal MediConnect Plan you must meet the following criteria: Live in Los Angeles County (our service area), and. Are 21 years of age or older at the time of enrollment, and. Have both Medicare Part A and Medicare Part B, and.

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Is Cal MediConnect ending?

The Cal MediConnect program is transitioning on December 31, 2022. Starting on January 1, 2023, Cal MediConnect members will be transitioned to exclusively aligned enrollment (EAE) Dual Eligible Special Needs Plans (D-SNPs) and matching Medi-Cal Managed Care Plans (MCPs).

What is a Dsnp Medicare plan?

Dual Eligible Special Needs Plans (D-SNPs) enroll individuals who are entitled to both Medicare (title XVIII) and medical assistance from a state plan under Medicaid (title XIX). States cover some Medicare costs, depending on the state and the individual's eligibility.

Is Medi-Cal Medicaid or Medicare?

Medi-Cal, the Medicaid program in California, provides health coverage to people with low-income and asset levels who meet certain eligibility requirements.

What insurance is Medi-Cal?

Medi-Cal is California's Medicaid health care program. This program pays for a variety of medical services for children and adults with limited income and resources.

What is CalAIM program?

​ ​California Advancing and​ Innovating Medi-Cal (CalAIM) is a long-term commitment to transform and strengthen Medi-Cal, offering Californians a more equitable, coordinated​, and person-centered approach to maximizing their health and life trajectory.​​​​

What is Medi-Cal CMC?

Computer Media Claims (CMC) submission is the most efficient method of Medi-Cal claims billing. Unlike paper claims, these claims use a computer medium for submission and processing. As a result, manual processing is eliminated. ... From the Medi-Cal Provider website, under the Resources drop down menu, select References.

Who manages Medi-Cal?

County Organized Health System (COHS)

A non-profit, independent public agency that contracts with the State to administer Medi-Cal benefits through local care providers and/or Health Maintenance Organizations. Medi-Cal eligible beneficiaries are mandatorily enrolled in the single COHS plan in the county.

Can you have Medicare and Medi-Cal at the same time?

The short answer to whether some seniors may qualify for both Medicare and Medi-Cal (California's Medicaid program) is: yes.

Is LA Care a Medicaid plan?

They all work together to provide the care you need. L.A. Care Cal MediConnect Plan (Medicare-Medicaid Plan) is a Cal MediConnect Plan that provides benefits of Medi-Cal and Medicare to enrollees.

What is Iehp dual choice?

IEHP DualChoice is a Cal MediConnect Plan. A Cal MediConnect Plan is an organization made up of Doctors, Hospitals, Pharmacies, Providers of long-term services and supports, Behavioral Health Providers, and other Providers. It also has care coordinators and care teams to help you manage all your providers and services.

What's the difference between covered California and Medi-Cal?

Medi-Cal offers low-cost or free health coverage to eligible Californian residents with limited income. Covered California is the state's health insurance marketplace where Californians can shop for health plans and access financial assistance if they qualify for it.

Is Medi-Cal a marketplace insurance?

Enrollment. Covered California is the new marketplace for affordable, low cost and no cost health insurance, including Medi-Cal. It's a “no wrong door” approach that will help Californians learn their eligibility for subsidized health benefits, compare insurance plan options, and enroll to receive coverage.

What type of insurance is Medi-Cal HMO or PPO?

Medi-Cal Managed Care Health Plans. Medi-Cal is health insurance for people with low incomes. Some counties have Medi-Cal Managed Care, in which the State contracts with HMO plans to provide health care services to Medi-Cal members.

Is CalOptima the same as Medi-Cal?

Medi-Cal — also known as Medicaid — is a public health insurance program for low-income people offered by the state. ... CalOptima provides health care coverage for Orange County residents who are eligible for full Medi-Cal.

What are some distinct advantages of a Dsnp plan?

These extra benefits may include:
  • Dental care, plus credit for restorative work.
  • Eye exams, plus credit for eyewear.
  • Hearing exams, plus credit for hearing devices.
  • Rides to health care visits and the pharmacy.
  • Credits to buy hundreds of health-related products.

What is the difference between Dsnp and MMP?

A Medicare Advantage MMP is a private health plan that provides coordinated Medicare and Medicaid benefits for dually eligible individuals. ... MMPs differ from SNPs in that they are a totally aligned product designed to further strengthen the coordination of Medicare and Medicaid Services.

Are Dsnp network based?

Are D-SNPs network-based? Yes, D-SNPs are network-based. HMO networks are most common, but PPO D-SNPs are available in certain areas.

What is Duals Demonstration population?

Who: California has about 1.1 million dual eligibles beneficiaries, far more than any other state. Nearly seven in ten are 65 and older, and most are women. Approximately one in three are younger people with disabilities, and more than half live on less than $10,000 a year.

What is coordinated care initiative?

The Coordinated Care Initiative (CCI) is a program that changed the way certain people in California get their health care and their long-term services and supports (LTSS). The CCI combines and coordinates certain health and other services, including mental health and other long-term services and supports (LTSS).