What it is
A CMS explainer covering how Medicare Advantage (Part C) plans are structured, what extras they can include, how networks and referrals work, and how enrollment periods differ from Original Medicare.
Who should read this
- Anyone weighing Original Medicare vs. Medicare Advantage.
- Current Medicare Advantage enrollees reviewing coverage.
- People confused by the differences between HMO, PPO, and SNP plans.
Key topics covered
HMO, PPO, and SNP plansNetworks and referralsExtra benefitsMA enrollment periods