Enrollment for D-SNPs Open for Virginians on Medicare, Medicaid

WASHINGTON — Virginians enrolled in both Medicaid and Medicare may qualify for a Dual Eligible Special Needs Plan , and the enrollment period is open.

The plans are available to people based on certain disabilities and income or health issues. It combines a person’s Medicare hospital and medical coverage with Medicare drug coverage while allowing the person to keep their Medicaid benefits. The program can also offer a number of additional benefits depending on the plan, such as support for healthy groceries, rides to the doctor’s office, teeth cleanings and vision checkups.

Marian Cabanillas, Community and State CEO for UnitedHealthcare, said the plans provide coordination between Medicaid and Medicare and make sure people are using the best benefits for their needs.

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