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Medicare enrollees in West Virginia as of July 2008 are 20% of the total population or 371,770, of which 24% qualified through disability and enrolled in both Medicare Part A (hospital) and B (medical insurance), significantly higher than the national average of 16%. Eligibility through disability pre-supposes that there is a need for long-term and consistent medical services, which would indicate the need to receive extended benefits offered under Medical Advantage plans.
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There are at least 53 Medicare Advantage plans that cover part or the whole of West Virginia, but be aware: Selection during the first-time enrollment for Medicare Advantage plans is advisable. That's because, if your current Medicare Advantage plan proves unsatisfactory or otherwise ineligible, switching only allowed between November 15 and December every year, under certain circumstances, including:
Unless any of these conditions occur, an enrollee will have to remain with the Medicare Advantage plan. A checklist of needs would make the selection easier, as comparison of the health benefits for Medicare-approved Medicare Advantage plans.
Some Medicare Advantage plans in West Virginia that offer prescription drug coverage* and no monthly premiums include:
Some Medicare Advantage plans cover dental, vision and hearing benefits.
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Advantra
Aetna
WellCare
Blue Cross
The Health Plan
Humana
UniCare
SecureHorizons
Sterling Options
Today’s Options
UPMC Health Plan
* You may be able to get extra help to pay for your prescription drug premiums and costs. To see if you qualify for getting extra help, call:
1-800-MEDICARE (1-800-633-4227). TTY/TDD users should call 1-877-486-2048, 24 hours a day/7 days a week;
The Social Security Administration at 1-800-772-1213 between 7 a.m. and 7 p.m., Monday through Friday. TTY/TDD users should call, 1-800-325-0778; or Your State Medicaid Office
Dental or vision options can be added to your
coverage.
Living longer means paying more for health care.
A woman who retires at 65 can expect to maintain her health until the age of 84, on average.2
Men who expect high health costs after they turn 65 end up retiring – on average – 13 months later than those who don't.3