Switch to the region’s leading health system1 for flexible coverage with highly skilled doctors and 24/7 access. You’ll experience convenient access to care with both in-person visits and a variety of telehealth options like video visits,2 24/7 phone advice, and Mail Order Pharmacy3 that keeps you on top of your care from anywhere.
You’ll also have an annual $1,500 allowance4 to see a licensed physician of your choosing outside of our network.
For the best experience, see any provider that accepts Medicare. To find a provider that accepts Medicare, visit medicare.gov. The Care Plus allowance can only be used inside the United States and its territories.
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$26 |
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Annual deductible |
None |
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Doctor office visits |
$5 Primary $40 Specialist |
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Emergency care We cover emergency care anywhere in the world. |
$125 per emergency department visit |
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Urgently needed services We cover urgent care anywhere in the world. |
$40 per office visit |
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Preventive services12 |
No charge |
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Inpatient hospitalization |
$280 per day for days 1 through 6 No charge for the remainder of your stay |
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Outpatient surgery |
$225 |
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Skilled nursing facility Up to 100 days per benefit period |
$0 per day for days 1 through 20 $203 per day for days 21 through 100 |
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Lab, X-ray |
$0 Lab $15 X-ray |
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MRI, CT, and PET |
$180 |
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Durable Medical Equipment |
20% |
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Ambulance service Per one-way trip |
$225 |
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Transportation |
$0 for 24 one-way trips per calendar year to take you to and from a network provider. For nonemergency transportation only. |
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Fitness program One Pass®11 |
No cost for membership to any participating gym, on-demand workouts, digital fitness programs, and one fitness kit annually for strength, yoga, or dance. |
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Over-the-counter (OTC) wellness credit8 Quarterly allowance to purchase items such as cold remedies, antacids, pain relievers, etc. |
$50 quarterly allowance |
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Annual maximum out-of-pocket |
$5,500 |
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Comprehensive dental plan13
The comprehensive dental plan also includes a $2,000 annual allowance7 for more extensive care, such as fillings, crowns, dentures, root canals, and more. |
$0 copay per visit |
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Hearing aids9 |
$1,000 allowance per ear every 36 months to use at Kaiser Permanente audiology centers |
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Kaiser Permanente Medicare Advantage Care Plus VA (HMO-POS) |
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DESCRIPTION |
YOU PAY |
Initial Coverage StageFor up to a 30-day supply from an in-network pharmacy with preferred cost sharing. When the total drug costs paid by you and any Part D plan reach $5,030, you move into the Coverage Gap Stage. |
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Catastropic Coverage Stage |
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Our Mail-Order Pharmacy*Save time and money with prescriptions mailed right to your home. |
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*Some medications are not eligible for Mail Order Pharmacy. Mail Order Pharmacy can deliver to addresses in MD, VA, DC, and certain locations outside the service area.
To find out how much you’ll pay for your prescription drugs, you can use Kaiser Permanente’s drug pricing tool. Sign on to your registered account on kp.org and select “Coverage & Costs” from the menu bar and select “Drug cost” to search for drug information, pharmacy pricing, and lower cost options. If you don’t have an account yet, register for a secure account to use the service.
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.
1 In the survey Best Health Insurance Companies of 2024 by Insure.com, Kaiser Permanente as a national enterprise is rated #1 overall among 70+ competitors — for the fourth year in a row. In the NCQA Medicare Health Plan Ratings 2023, our Medicare plan is rated 4.5 out of 5, the highest rating in the region. The 2022 Commission on Cancer, a program of the American College of Surgeons, granted Three-Year Accreditation with Commendation to the Kaiser Permanente cancer care program. The Mid-Atlantic Permanente Medical Group in the Washington, DC, and Baltimore areas exclusively treats Kaiser Permanente members. Permanente doctors are recognized as Top Doctors in Arlington Magazine (2024), Northern Virginia Magazine (2024), Baltimore magazine (2023), Bethesda magazine (2023), and Washingtonian magazine (2023). According to NCQA’s Quality Compass® 2023, we’re rated 5 out of 5 in 30 care measures, including: controlling high blood pressure, glucose control and blood pressure control (140/90) for diabetes, breast cancer screening, and colorectal cancer screening. Quality Compass is a registered trademark of the NCQA.
2 If you travel out of state, phone appointments and video visits may not be available due to state laws that may prevent doctors and health care providers from providing care across state lines. Laws differ by state.
3 Some medications are not eligible for Mail Order Pharmacy. Mail Order Pharmacy can deliver to addresses in MD, VA, DC, and certain locations outside the service area.
4 Members are responsible for any charged amounts for covered services that exceed the annual allowance maximum of $1,500. Coverage limited to inside the United States and its territories. This benefit covers limited services. See your Evidence of Coverage for details. 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.
5 NCQA Medicare Health Plan Ratings 2023.
6 The physicians who practice at Kaiser Permanente are recognized as Top Doctors in Arlington Magazine (2024), Northern Virginia Magazine (2024), Baltimore magazine (2023), Bethesda magazine (2023), and Washingtonian magazine (2023).
7 With a 50% coinsurance.
8 Please refer to your Evidence of Coverage for details. OTC benefits may change each year on January 1. Each order must be at least $20. Any unused portion of the quarterly benefit limit will not carry forward to the next quarter. Your order may not exceed your quarterly benefit limit. Limitations and restrictions may apply. Cash, check, credits cards, or money orders are not accepted.
9 Hearing aid allowance can only be used for hearing aids purchased at Kaiser Permanente audiology centers.
10 Twenty-four one-way rides per contract year. For nonemergency transportation only.
11 One Pass® is a registered trademark of Optum, Inc. in the U.S. and other jurisdictions and is a voluntary program. The One Pass program and amenities vary by plan, area, and location. The information provided under this program is for general informational purposes only and is not intended to be nor should be construed as medical advice. One Pass is not responsible for the services or information provided by third parties. Individuals should consult an appropriate health care professional before beginning any exercise program and/or to determine what may be right for them.
12 $0 copay for all preventive services covered under Original Medicare at zero cost sharing.
13 Dental benefits are underwritten by Kaiser Foundation Health Plan of the Mid-Atlantic States, Inc., and administered by LIBERTY Dental Plan. To find an in-network dentist, call 1-888-650-1859 or visit LibertyDentalPlan.com/kaiserdentists.
For more information about benefits, please view the 2024 Summary of Benefits.
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Kaiser Permanente is an HMO and HMO-POS plan with a Medicare contract. Enrollment in Kaiser Permanente depends on contract renewal. You must reside in the Kaiser Permanente Medicare health plan service area in which you enroll.
For accommodations of persons with special needs at meetings, call 1-866-975-7803 (TTY 711) 7 days a week, 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.
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