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Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield SilverSneakers
At a glance
- $0 premium plans available in some areas
- Many plans offer prescription drug coverage and vision and dental benefits
- Roughly 3 million people are enrolled in an Anthem Medicare Advantage Plan2
Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield (Anthem) Medicare Advantage plans often include a SilverSneakers membership. Learn about this program and how to find a plan near you that offers SilverSneakers.
Medicare Advantage plans provide some benefits that are not found in Original Medicare alone. And one of the additional benefits that is often found in Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield (Anthem) Medicare Advantage plans is a SilverSneakers membership.
SilverSneakers is a fitness program designed especially for older adults. There are more than 15,000 gyms and community centers around the U.S. that host a SilverSneakers program. Continue reading to learn more about this benefit and how you can find a Medicare Advantage plan near you that includes a SilverSneakers membership.
Does Anthem Medicare Offer SilverSneakers?
A SilverSneakers membership is included with many Anthem Medicare Advantage plans. You may contact a licensed insurance agent for information about Anthem Medicare Advantage plans available in your area that include SilverSneakers.
What Does SilverSneakers Cover?
The exact benefits covered by SilverSneakers can vary depending on the participating location. SilverSneakers typically includes a basic gym membership including access to amenities such as locker rooms, pools, saunas, tennis and basketball courts.
SilverSneakers features a diverse mix of health and fitness classes led by instructors who are trained to work with older adults. Classes can include cardio, strength training, dance, sports, yoga and Tai Chi among others.
A SilverSneakers benefit will often come with an on-demand workout video library so members can participate from home if they are unable to make it on site. A SilverSneakers program may even hold seminars and group outings for members.
Does Anthem Cover Gym Memberships?
A basic gym membership is typically included with a SilverSneakers benefit. Members are free to use the gym and any amenities that are included with a basic gym membership on their own time outside of any SilverSneakers classes.
How Do I Sign Up for SilverSneakers with Anthem Medicare?
If you enroll in an Anthem Medicare Advantage plan that includes a SilverSneakers membership, there is nothing more you need to do. You will receive a SilverSneakers membership card and may begin participating right away.
How Do I Enroll in an Anthem Medicare Plan?
To enroll, you must reside in an area where an Anthem Medicare Advantage plan is available, and you must be eligible for one of the Medicare Advantage enrollment periods.
Contact a licensed insurance agent for help confirming your eligibility, comparing plan options in your area and finding answers to your Medicare questions. And when you’re ready to enroll, a licensed insurance agent can sign you up right over the phone.
Every 60 seconds, we help someone enroll in a Medicare Advantage plan.3