Amerigroup Will Offer Medicare Advantage Plans in 6 Washington Counties for 2019

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Amerigroup plans help consumers improve their health and well-being through high-quality, affordable healthcare services

SEATTLE--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Amerigroup will be offering up to two Medicare Advantage health plans in six counties in 2019. Medicare-eligible individuals living in four of those six counties will have at least one new Amerigroup plan available to them for next year. These 2019 health plans are open for enrollment in this year’s Medicare annual election period (AEP), which begins October 15 and continues through December 7, 2018.

“Amerigroup strives to develop innovative solutions that aim to make it simpler for consumers to lead healthier lives,” said Josh Martin, President of the company’s West Medicare Region. “We are excited to expand the reach of our Medicare Advantage plans and enhance our services in 2019 so that more individuals are able to receive healthcare services from care providers in their community.”

Individuals eligible for Medicare – people 65 years and older and those with certain disabilities, chronic conditions, and other special needs – are able to enroll in the following 2019 Medicare Advantage health plans based on availability in their county of residence:

Amerivantage Classic (HMO)
Amerivantage Dual Coordination (HMO SNP)

Both of the company’s Medicare Advantage plans have $0 monthly premiums, offering access to high-quality healthcare services without an additional premium.

These Amerigroup Medicare Advantage health plans offer a variety of benefits, which may include:

$0 copay for two dental exams and cleanings as well as an annual allowance of up to $3,000 for dentures, fillings, and other dental services
$0 copay eye exam and an annual allowance of up to $250 for eyewear
Up to $3,000 hearing aid benefit
Up to 60 one-way trips to pharmacy and medical visits within 60 miles
Up to $260 quarterly allowance for over-the-counter medications and health products
$0 copay for unlimited acupuncture visits per year
LiveHealth Online, a service that gives you access to medical professionals through your computer or mobile device
Membership to SilverSneakers, at no extra cost
Medicare Community Resource Support, which is a telephone based program (supported by Social Workers) used to identify needs, leverage resources, and coordinate services

“Individuals eligible for Medicare have a number of health insurance choices so it’s important that Amerigroup offers Medicare Advantage plans that deliver the healthcare experience and value consumers are seeking in their health plan. Our portfolio of programs will allow aging seniors to receive services they need to address their specific needs,” added Martin.

To learn more about which benefits will be available with each 2019 Medicare Advantage plan and which plans will be offered in a specific area, consumers can call (877) 641-9031, which is available 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Monday through Friday, April 1 to Sept. 30; and 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. seven days a week, Oct. 1 to March 31. Consumers can also visit the company’s online store at https://shop.amerigroup.com/medicare/.

Amerigroup Washington, Inc. is an HMO plan with a Medicare contract. Amerigroup Washington, Inc. is an HMO DSNP plan with a Medicare contract and a contract with the State Medicaid program. Enrollment in Amerigroup Washington, Inc. depends on contract renewal. This information is not a complete description of benefits. Contact the plan for more information. We do not discriminate, exclude people, or treat them differently on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age or disability in our health programs and activities. 注意：如果您使用繁體中文，您可以免費獲得語言援助服務。請致電 1-866-805-4589（TTY：711）。 ATENCIÓN: Si habla español, tiene a su disposición servicios gratuitos de asistencia lingüística. Llame al 1-866-805-4589 (TTY: 711). This plan is available to anyone who has both Medical Assistance from the State and Medicare. Other providers are available in our network. The provider network may change at any time. You will receive notice when necessary.

About Amerigroup

Amerigroup is part of the Anthem Government Business Division (GBD). Through the GBD, Anthem serves 7.4 million seniors, people with disabilities, low-income families and other state and federally sponsored beneficiaries, and National Government Services enrollees (including the Federal Employee Program) in 26 states, making us one of the nation’s leading providers of health care solutions for public programs. Amerigroup accepts all eligible people regardless of age, sex, race or disability.