What Medicare advantage plans provide utility and grocery help?

 

Medicare Advantage plans that provide utility and grocery allowance are called Special Needs Plans (SNPs) and Dual-Eligible Special Needs Plans (D-SNPs). These plans are designed for people with chronic health conditions or who are eligible for both Medicare and Medicaid.

To qualify for a SNP or D-SNP, you must meet certain eligibility criteria, such as:

• Being enrolled in Medicare Part A and Part B
• Having a chronic health condition
• Being eligible for Medicaid

Once you have determined that you are eligible for a SNP or D-SNP, you can start comparing plans to find one that offers the utility and grocery allowance that you need. You can compare plans using the Medicare Plan Finder tool.

Here are some examples of Medicare Advantage plans that offer utility and grocery allowance:

• Cigna Open Access Plus (D-SNP): This plan offers a monthly allowance of $100 for groceries and $50 for utilities.
• Humana Gold Plus (SNP): This plan offers a quarterly allowance of $300 for groceries and $150 for utilities.
• UnitedHealthcare Community Plan (D-SNP): This plan offers a monthly allowance of $100 for groceries and $50 for utilities.

The amount of the utility and grocery allowance that you receive will vary depending on the plan that you choose. Be sure to read the plan's documentation carefully to understand the specific benefits that are offered.

In addition to the utility and grocery allowance, SNPs and D-SNPs may also offer other benefits, such as:

• Transportation assistance
• Home care services
• Meal delivery
• Dental and vision coverage

If you are looking for a Medicare Advantage plan that offers the utility and grocery allowance, be sure to consider a SNP or D-SNP. These plans can provide valuable benefits to help you manage your chronic health conditions and stay healthy.