Medicare Advantage PPO Plans In New York With Empire
Explore the benefits of a Medicare Advantage plan with the doctor choice of a PPO.
Empire MediBlue PPO Plans
Medicare Advantage plans offer all-in-one coverage that include Medicare Parts A, B and usually D (prescription coverage). Most MediBlue plans cover services not included under Original Medicare, like dental, vision, and hearing coverage.
When looking at Empire MediBlue plans, you have the option to choose a Medicare preferred provider organization (PPO) or Medicare health maintenance organization (HMO) plan. Learn more about Medicare Advantage Plans with Empire, including the difference between HMO and PPO plans
Who Can Enroll In A Medicare Advantage HMO Plan?
Anyone eligible for Medicare can choose a Medicare Advantage PPO plan. People with a chronic condition or who have both Medicare and Medicaid may enroll in a Medicare Advantage Special Needs Plan (SNP).
Is A Medicare PPO Right For You?
With a MediBlue PPO, you may want to choose a primary care physician (PCP) for checkups; however, it is not required. You don’t need a referral if you need to see a specialist or want to see another doctor. Using a doctor and healthcare facility in your plan’s network will almost always save you money.
You can see doctors or use facilities that are out of network, as long as they are participating with Original Medicare. If you use an out-of-network provider, your costs may be more.
MediBlue PPO Benefits
With an Empire MediBlue PPO, you will have a strong network of doctors and hospitals you can trust for quality care.
Here are some of the other benefits of our Medicare Advantage plans:
You will still have to pay your Medicare Part B premium.
Low, fixed copays for doctor visits and outpatient lab tests.
Most plans have $0 deductibles for in-network medical costs. Your deductible for out-of-network care may be higher.
Access thousands of SilverSneakers® fitness locations at no extra charge.
Benefits are built right into your plan, and you may be able to buy additional dental and vision coverage.
Connect with providers by computer, tablet or smartphone in the convenience of your home.
Plan benefits vary depending on where you live.
Attend a Free Medicare Event
Sign up for a free Medicare event to learn how Empire Medicare plans help cover costs that Original Medicare doesn’t. You can attend a virtual Medicare webinar. Or, if you prefer, come to a live seminar in your area where a Medicare licensed agent will be present to answer your questions.
‡Original Medicare: Part A (Hospital Insurance) and Part B (Medical Insurance).
Empire BlueCross BlueShield is a Medicare Advantage plan with a Medicare contract. Empire BlueCross BlueShield is a SNP plan with a Medicare contract and a contract with the state Medicaid program. Enrollment in Empire BlueCross BlueShield depends on contract renewal.
