Medicare Advantage Insurance Plans Omaha, Nebraska

Medicare Advantage for Omaha-Lincoln Metro Residents

You may find that your Original Medicare benefits are lacking but can’t afford a Medicare Supplement Insurance plan to cover your out-of-pocket expenses. There is another choice available for you. It’s Medicare Advantage (Part C Plans), and at Omaha Insurance Solutions we can help you choose the right plan for you and your loved ones.

Medicare Advantage plans in Omaha, Nebraska, and surrounding areas like Bellevue and Council Bluffs, are offered by private health insurers and provide Medicare Part A and Part B coverage (hospital and medical benefits). You’ll receive everything that Original Medicare covers, including emergency and urgent care. But how much you pay out of your own pocket when you receive health care can differ. For instance, you may have lower copayments and coinsurance or a smaller deductible.

In addition, there may be differences in the coverage you receive. Some Medicare Advantage plans in our hometown of Omaha, Nebraska include routine vision, routine dental, and/or wellness programs. Many Medicare Advantage plans also include Medicare Part D prescription drug coverage as part of the plan. Note that hospice care is covered by Original Medicare, and hospice benefits continue to be covered by Original Medicare even if you have Medicare Advantage in Nebraska or anywhere in the United States.

Please be aware that you must remain enrolled in Original Medicare even if you add a Medicare Advantage plan, and continue to pay your Medicare Part B premium. However, if you join a Medicare Advantage plan, you won’t need and can’t be sold a Medicare Supplement Insurance plan.

How Medicare Advantage Works

Like millions of Baby Boomers retiring, you’re looking at how to finance your healthcare needs and Medicare Advantage plans might work for you. You’re eligible for Original Medicare coverage, which covers many important healthcare services, including hospital stays, doctor visits, and prescription drugs. But there is also another option that most retirees can select: A Medicare Advantage plan, also referred to as Medicare Part C.

Medicare Advantage plans cover the same services as traditional Medicare, but the way in which the plans work is slightly different from what is covered under Medicare’s regular Part A and Part B. Also, additional coverage may be available. With Medicare Advantage Insurance plans in Omaha, Nebraska the insurance company basically agrees to provide all of the ordinary benefits under Part A hospital and inpatient coverage and Part B outpatient care, and in exchange, you may pay additional premiums to the insurer in addition to what you pay Medicare directly for regular Part A and Part B premiums.

There are different types of Medicare Advantage plans available from various healthcare providers including HMOs, PPOs, and fee-for-service plans. Often, Medicare Advantage plans offer prescription drug coverage as part of their overall insurance package. If a particular plan doesn’t have drug coverage, though, you can use Medicare Part D to cover prescription costs.

The Basics of a Medicare Advantage Program

  • Medicare pays a fixed amount for your coverage each month to insurers offering Medicare Advantage Plans.
  • The insurers must follow rules set by Medicare.
  • Each Medicare Advantage Insurance plan in Omaha, Nebraska, and surrounding areas can charge different out-of-pocket costs (copayments, coinsurance, and deductibles) and have different rules for how you get services. For example, some plans might require a referral before seeing a specialist. Other plans may require you to go to doctors, facilities, or suppliers that belong to the plan’s network for non-emergency or non-urgent care. What’s important to know is that these rules can change each year and the provider must notify you of any changes before the start of the next enrollment year.
  • There are certain established enrollment periods in order to enroll in a Medicare Advantage plan.

Is Medicare Advantage Right for You?

Medicare Advantage plans cover everything that Original Medicare does, but they can also include additional coverage such as vision, hearing, dental, and other health and wellness programs. You can also choose particular plans tailored to your own individual needs. If a plan offers better benefits for a specific treatment, it might be perfect for you and greatly reduce the total amount you have to pay for healthcare. In addition, you have the flexibility in being able to switch plans each year, which can result in substantial savings.

At Omaha Insurance Solutions, we’ll help you take a close look at the available Medicare Advantage Insurance plans in Omaha, Nebraska, and assist you in deciding whether they’re the best choice to meet your healthcare needs.

Types of Medicare Advantage Plans

When you decide to go for Medicare Advantage enrollment, you’re choosing an alternative way to obtain your Medicare coverage. You’ll receive your Medicare Part A (Hospital Insurance) and Medicare Part B (Medical Insurance) benefits from the Medicare Advantage plan, not Original Medicare. Medicare Advantage Plans, sometimes called “Part C” or “MA Plans,” are offered by private insurance companies approved by Medicare.

Which Medicare Advantage Insurance Plan in Omaha, Nebraska is Ideal for You? Talk to Us.

There are several different types of available Medicare Advantage plans in Nebraska. Omaha Insurance Solutions is happy to discuss each with you and help you select the plan that will suit you:

  • Health Maintenance Organization Plan (HMO): You can see the doctors and other health professionals participating in the plan network.
  • Preferred Provider Organization Plan (PPO): Covers both in- and out-of-network providers, giving you the freedom to choose any doctor, which can work if you prefer that kind of flexibility. You’ll pay more for out-of-network providers.
  • Private Fee-for-Service Plan (PFFS): Similar to how Original Medicare works, the PFFS plan typically allows you to go to any doctor, other health care provider, or hospital as long as they agree to treat you. The plan determines how much it will pay doctors, other healthcare providers, and hospitals, and how much you must pay when you get care.
  • Special Needs Plans (SNP): Focused on those with special needs, there are three SNP plans: Medicare beneficiaries living in institutions, those who are dual-eligible for Medicaid and Medicare, and those with chronic conditions. This type of plan always includes prescription drug coverage.
  • Health Maintenance Organization-Point of Service Plan (HMO-POS): Covers both in- and out-of-network health services, but at different rates. You pay less out of pocket when you go to in-network doctors, labs, hospitals, and other healthcare providers.
  • Medical Savings Account Plan (MSA): Includes both a high deductible and a bank account to help you pay that deductible. The amount deposited into the account varies from one plan to the next. The money is tax-free as long as it’s used for IRS-qualified medical expenses, which include the health plan’s deductible.

If you’re considering Medicare Advantage plans in Omaha NE, and surrounding areas like Bellvue and Council Bluffs, get in touch with us. I’m happy to guide you in selecting the program that perfectly meets your needs.

What Our Clients Are Saying About Omaha Insurance Solutions

Steve S.

When it came time for me to enroll in Medicare, I had no idea what the process was or what types of coverage to expect. Christopher at Omaha Insurance Solutions took care of all of those questions and alleviated any anxiety with the process. His patience is outstanding and is outdone only by his knowledge of the products he represents. His services cost nothing, and he advocated for the best plan to fit my specific needs. I highly recommend Omaha Insurance Solutions when looking for answers to Medicare questions.

Paul K

The Medicare decision process was overwhelming for me. Chris and Angi did an exceptional job of laying out pros and cons for each option and patiently listened to my concerns and answered my questions. I never felt pressured to make a decision or steered in a direction that I was not 100% comfortable with. I trust Chris and would not hesitate to recommend Omaha Insurance Solutions to my family and friends.

Paul & Terri P.

Medicare can be confusing, but Chris did a great job of explaining all our options to us. He patiently answered all our questions and gave us knowledgeable advice. We are so appreciative of Chris and Angie’s guidance, and we highly recommend them to anyone needing help with Medicare insurance.