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HumanaChoice H5525-070 (PPO) - H5525-070-000

3.5 out of 5 stars* for plan year 2025

$51.20

Monthly Premium

HumanaChoice H5525-070 (PPO) is a PPO Medicare Advantage (Medicare Part C) plan offered by Humana Inc.

Plan ID: H5525-070-000

* Every year, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) evaluates plans based on a 5-star rating system.

$51.20

Monthly Premium

North Carolina Medicare beneficiaries may want to consider reviewing their Medicare Advantage (Medicare Part C) plan options. A Medicare Advantage plan combines your Original Medicare (Part A and Part B) benefits into a single plan.

Most Medicare Advantage plans cover prescription drugs, and many plans may offer other extra benefits Original Medicare doesn’t cover.

Learn more about North Carolina Medicare Advantage plans like the one below and find a plan that offers the benefits you want at an affordable price.

Basic Costs and Coverage

CoverageDetails
Monthly plan premium$51.20
Vision coverage
Dental coverage
Hearing coverage
Prescription drugs
Medical deductible$590.00
Out-of-pocket maximum$9,350.00
Initial drug coverage limit$0.00
Catastrophic drug coverage limit$2,000.00
Primary care doctor visit
Out-of-Network:

Doctor Office Visit Services:
Coinsurance for Medicare Covered Primary Care Office Visit 50%
Specialty doctor visitIn-Network:

Doctor Specialty Visit:
Copayment for Physician Specialist Office Visit $0
Inpatient hospital careIn-Network:

Acute Hospital Services:
$399 per day for days 1 to 6
$0 per day for days 7 to 90
Prior Authorization Required for Acute Hospital Services
Urgent care
Urgent Care:
Copayment for Urgent Care $45

Worldwide Coverage:
Copayment for Worldwide Urgent Coverage $110
Emergency room visit
Emergency Care:
Copayment for Emergency Care $110
Copayment for Medicare Covered Emergency Care waived if you are admitted to the hospital with in 24 hours

Worldwide Coverage:
Copayment for Worldwide Emergency Coverage $110
Copayment for Worldwide Emergency Transportation $110
Ambulance transportationIn-Network:

Ground Ambulance:
Copayment for Ground Ambulance Services $315

Air Ambulance:
Copayment for Air Ambulance Services $315
Prior Authorization Required for Air Ambulance

Health Care Services and Medical Supplies

HumanaChoice H5525-070 (PPO) covers a range of additional benefits. Learn more about HumanaChoice H5525-070 (PPO) benefits, some of which may not be covered by Original Medicare (Part A and Part B).

CoverageDetails
Chiropractic services
Out-of-Network:

Medicare Covered Chiropractic Services:
Coinsurance for Medicare Covered Chiropractic Services 50%
Diabetes supplies, training, nutrition therapy and monitoringIn-Network:

Diabetic Supplies and Services:
Copayment for Medicare-covered Diabetic Supplies $0
Coinsurance for Medicare-covered Diabetic Supplies 10% to 20%
Copayment for Medicare-covered Diabetic Therapeutic Shoes or Inserts $10
Durable medical equipment (DME)
Out-of-Network:

Medicare Covered Durable Medical Equipment Services:
Coinsurance for Medicare Covered Durable Medical Equipment 50%
Diagnostic tests, lab and radiology services, and X-rays
Out-of-Network:

Medicare Covered Diagnostic Procedures/Tests Services:
Coinsurance for Medicare Covered Diagnostic Procedures/Tests
50%
Coinsurance for Medicare Covered Lab Services
50%
Coinsurance for Medicare Covered Diagnostic Radiological Services 50%
Coinsurance for Medicare Covered Therapeutic Radiological Services 50%
Coinsurance for Medicare Covered Outpatient X-Ray Services 50%
$120 OP Diag Proc & Tests - OPH$0 OP Diag Proc & Tests - PCP$0 OP Diag Proc & Tests - SPC$45 OP Diag Proc & Tests - UCC$100 Sleep Study (Fac Based) - OPH$0 Sleep Study (Fac Based) - SPC$0 Sleep Study (Home Based) - Mbr's Home_
Home health care
Out-of-Network:

Medicare Covered Home Health Services:
Coinsurance for Medicare Covered Home Health 50%
Mental health inpatient careIn-Network:

Psychiatric Hospital Services:
$399 per day for days 1 to 5
$0 per day for days 6 to 90
Prior Authorization Required for Psychiatric Hospital Services
Mental health outpatient care
Out-of-Network:

Medicare Covered Mental Health Services:
Coinsurance for Medicare Covered Individual Sessions 50%
Coinsurance for Medicare Covered Group Sessions 50%
Outpatient services/surgery
Out-of-Network:

Medicare Covered Outpatient Hospital Services:
Copayment for Medicare Covered Outpatient Hospital Services $0
Coinsurance for Medicare Covered Outpatient Hospital Services 50%
Copayment for Medicare Covered Ambulatory Surgical Center Services $0
Coinsurance for Medicare Covered Ambulatory Surgical Center Services 50%
$0 Diag Colonoscopy - OPH$100 Mental Health - OPH$450 Surgery Svcs - OPH$0 Wound Care - OPH_
Outpatient substance abuse careIn-Network:

Outpatient Substance Abuse Services:
Copayment for Medicare-covered Individual Sessions $45 to $100
Copayment for Medicare-covered Group Sessions $45 to $100
Prior Authorization Required for Outpatient Substance Abuse Services
$100 OP Substance Abuse Care - OPH$45 OP Substance Abuse Care - SPC_
Podiatry services
Out-of-Network:

Medicare Covered Podiatry Services:
Coinsurance for Medicare Covered Podiatry Services 50%
Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF) careIn-Network:

Skilled Nursing Facility Services:
$0 per day for days 1 to 20
$214 per day for days 21 to 100
Prior Authorization Required for Skilled Nursing Facility Services

Dental Benefits

The following dental services are covered, though there may be provider network restrictions. See the plan Evidence of Coverage.

CoverageDetails
Dental carePlan covers up to $1500 allowance every year for non-Medicare covered preventive and comprehensive dental services. You are responsible for any amount above the dental coverage limit. Any amount unused at the end of the year will expire.
Your benefit can be used for most dental treatments such as:
Preventive dental services, such as exams, routine cleanings, etc.
Basic dental services, such as fillings, extractions, etc.
Major dental services, such as periodontal scaling, crowns, dentures, root canals, bridges etc.
Frequency limits may apply.
Note: The allowance cannot be used on fluoride, cosmetic services and implants.
Out of Network
Plan covers up to $1500 allowance every year for non-Medicare covered preventive and comprehensive dental services. You are responsible for any amount above the dental coverage limit. Any amount unused at the end of the year will expire.
Your benefit can be used for most dental treatments such as:
Preventive dental services, such as exams, routine cleanings, etc.
Basic dental services, such as fillings, extractions, etc.
Major dental services, such as periodontal scaling, crowns, dentures, root canals, bridges etc.
Frequency limits may apply.
Note: The allowance cannot be used on fluoride, cosmetic services and implants.
Benefits received out-of-network are subject to any in-network benefit maximums, limitations, and/or exclusions.

Vision Benefits

The following vision services are covered, though there may be provider network restrictions. See the plan Evidence of Coverage

CoverageDetails
Vision care
Out-of-Network:

Medicare Covered Eye Exams Services:
Coinsurance for Medicare Covered Eye Exams 50%
Copayment for Medicare Covered Eyewear $0

Hearing Benefits

The following hearing services are covered, though there may be provider network restrictions. See the plan Evidence of Coverage.

CoverageDetails
Hearing care
Out-of-Network:

Medicare Covered Hearing Exams Services:
Coinsurance for Medicare Covered Hearing Exams 50%

Preventive Services and Health/Wellness Education Programs

The following services are covered, though there may be provider network restrictions. See the plan Evidence of Coverage.

CoverageDetails
Preventive services and health/wellness education programsIn-Network:
$0.00 copay for Medicare Covered Preventive Services:

Abdominal aortic aneurysm screening
Alcohol misuse screenings & counseling
Bone mass measurements (bone density)
Cardiovascular disease screenings
Cardiovascular disease (behavioral therapy)
Cervical & vaginal cancer screening
Colorectal cancer screenings
Depression screenings
Diabetes screenings
Diabetes self-management training
Glaucoma tests
Hepatitis B (HBV) infection screening
Hepatitis C screening test
HIV screening
Lung cancer screening
Mammograms (screening)
Nutrition therapy services
Obesity screenings & counseling
One-time Welcome to Medicare preventive visit
Prostate cancer screenings(PSA)
Sexually transmitted infections screening & counseling
Shots:
  • COVID-19 shots
  • Flu shots
  • Hepatitis B shots
  • Pneumococcal shots
  • Tobacco use cessation
    Yearly "Wellness" visit

    Prescription Drug Costs and Coverage

    The HumanaChoice H5525-070 (PPO) offers prescription drug coverage, with an annual drug deductible of $590.00 (excludes Tiers 1 and 2)

    Coverage & Cost
    Coverage
    Cost
    Annual drug deductible$590.00 (excludes Tiers 1 and 2)
    Tier 1
    • Standard retail $0.00
    • Preferred mail order $0.00
    • Standard mail order $1.00
    Tier 2
    • Standard retail $20.00
    • Preferred mail order $20.00
    • Standard mail order $20.00
    Annual drug deductible$590.00 (excludes Tiers 1 and 2)
    Tier 1
    • Standard retail N/A
    • Preferred mail order N/A
    • Standard mail order N/A
    Tier 2
    • Standard retail N/A
    • Preferred mail order N/A
    • Standard mail order N/A
    Annual drug deductible$590.00 (excludes Tiers 1 and 2)
    Tier 1
    • Standard retail $0.00
    • Preferred mail order $0.00
    • Standard mail order $3.00
    Tier 2
    • Standard retail $60.00
    • Preferred mail order $0.00
    • Standard mail order $60.00

    When reviewing North Carolina Medicare plans, be sure to find out if your doctors are part of the plan network. If a Medicare Advantage plan covers prescription drugs, make sure the plan formulary (list of drugs covered by the plan) includes your drugs.

    You may be able to find plans in your part of North Carolina that offer similar benefits at similar or lower prices than the plan above. Call 1-800-557-6059 TTY 711, 24/7 to speak with a licensed insurance agent who can help you compare plans.

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