Capital BlueCross Announces Lower Costs, More Benefits for Medicare Plans in 21 Pennsylvania Counties
"More than an insurance company, Capital BlueCross is a partner in our community's health," said
Capital BlueCross is offering three BlueJourney HMO plan options and two BlueJourney PPO plan options. Features common to many of the plans include:
- Affordable monthly premiums (BlueJourney HMO plans with premiums as low as
$0 ) - One of the area's largest networks of doctors and hospitals
- Primary care visits as low as
$5 - No deductibles to satisfy before medical and prescription drug benefits begin
- Monthly allowance for over-the-counter drugs
- Expanded dental benefits for 2017
- Routine vision and hearing benefits including a hearing aid allowance
- 100% coverage with no copays for preventive screenings and immunizations including pneumonia and flu shots
Additionally, BlueJourney HMO and BlueJourney PPO plans include:
- Free membership at a Silver&Fit® fitness club or two free Silver&Fit home fitness kits
- A televisit benefit that enables customers to use a smartphone, tablet or computer to see a doctor anytime, from anywhere, for common health problems (BlueJourney PPO only)
- 24/7 access to Nurse Line, which connects customers to a Registered Nurse or to recorded information on more than 1,100 health topics
The BlueJourney HMO and BlueJourney PPO Medicare Advantage plan names are replacing the company's SeniorBlue HMO and SeniorBlue PPO Medicare Advantage plan names. This change has no impact on
Following the initial enrollment period, the
Throughout the annual enrollment period, Capital BlueCross is offering free informational seminars to help
Capital BlueCross' BlueJourney HMO and BlueJourney PPO plans also can be purchased through one of the company's licensed brokers or agents.
Important Information for Medicare Beneficiaries
This information is not a complete description of benefits. Contact the plan for more information. Limitations, copayments, and restrictions may apply. Benefits, premiums and/or co-payments may change on
About Capital BlueCross
Capital BlueCross, headquartered in
More than a health insurer, the company delivers innovative solutions through a family of diversified businesses that is creating a healthier future and lowering health care costs. Among these solutions are patient-focused care models, leading-edge data analytics, and digital health technologies. Additionally, Capital BlueCross is growing a network of Capital Blue stores that provide in-person service and inspiration to help people reach their health goals. Capital BlueCross is an independent licensee of the
BlueJourney PPO is offered by
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