Medicare Advantage · HMO
Blue Cross and Blue Shield of IL, NM
Plan year 2026

Blue Cross Medicare Advantage Basic H3822-002 (HMO)

3.0 · 2026 Star Rating · source: CMS · Ratings are updated annually
Monthly premium
$20
+ your Part B premium
Max out-of-pocket
$4,200
in-network annual cap
Primary care
$0
per visit copay
Specialist
$55
per visit

Your costs at a glanceIn-network, for the 2026 plan year

Rx deductible
$450
Inpatient hospital
Days 1-5: $350/day, Days 6-90: $0/day
no limit on covered hospital days
Inpatient mental health
Days 1-5: $315/day, Days 6-90: $0/day
Outpatient surgery
$350
Emergency room
$120
Urgent care
$20

What's included, and what it's actually worth3 benefits included. Tap any card for the detail

Vision

Routine vision benefit
DetailsRoutine vision benefit
This is a supplemental benefit with plan-specific limits. See plan documents for details.

Fitness

$0 fitness benefit

Meals

Meal benefit
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Doctor Visits: PCP$0 copay
In-network$0 copay per visit
Doctor Visits: Specialist$55 copay
In-network$55 copay per visit
Inpatient Hospital$350/day, days 1–5
In-networkDays 1-5: $350/day, Days 6-90: $0/day
Benefit limitNone — additional covered days are unlimited
Outpatient Surgery$350 copay
In-network$350 copay per procedure
Mental HealthDays 1-5: $315/day, Days 6-90: $0/day
Inpatient psychiatricDays 1-5: $315/day, Days 6-90: $0/day

Your coverageCheck your coverageFrom the doctors and prescriptions you added

Your plan's drug tiers30-day retail · after any applicable deductible

Tier 1
$0
Preferred Generic
Tier 2
$1
Generic
Tier 3
18%
Preferred Brand· after deductible
Tier 4
39%
Non-Pref Brand· after deductible
Tier 5
27%
Specialty· after deductible

Our take

Where this plan shines

This plan’s out-of-pocket maximum is below the national median.
See your primary doctor for $0.

Things to know before you enroll

The specialist copay ($55) is on the higher side — worth comparing if you see specialists often.
Network restriction — you’ll need to use in-network providers except in emergencies.
Limited coverage while traveling outside the plan’s service area.
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Plan documents

Plan questions

Common questions about Blue Cross Medicare Advantage Basic (HMO)

What does Blue Cross Medicare Advantage Basic (HMO) cover?

Blue Cross Medicare Advantage Basic (HMO) is a Medicare Advantage plan that the current plan record identifies as including Part D prescription drug coverage. The plan record also identifies Part D prescription drug coverage. Its published drug benefit lists 5 formulary tiers. Published supplemental benefits include vision (Routine vision benefit), fitness ($0 fitness benefit), and meals (Meal benefit). Review the plan documents for covered services, limits, and rules. Coverage can change each plan year.

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How much does Blue Cross Medicare Advantage Basic (HMO) cost in 2026?

The published 2026 monthly plan premium for Blue Cross Medicare Advantage Basic (HMO) is $20. The standard Part B premium is $202.90/month in 2026 for most people; assistance may pay it for some members. The listed Part D deductible is $450. The in-network medical out-of-pocket maximum is $4,200; it does not include Part D drug spending. Published visit costs include primary care $0 and specialist visits $55. These figures are plan data, not a personal yearly-cost estimate.

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Can I use my current doctors with Blue Cross Medicare Advantage Basic (HMO)?

CMS lists Blue Cross Medicare Advantage Basic (HMO) as a HMO plan. A network label alone does not confirm that a specific doctor participates. Use the doctor lookup tool, then confirm with the doctor's office and the plan before receiving care. Provider networks and member costs can change. Emergency care and travel coverage can follow different network rules.

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Does Blue Cross Medicare Advantage Basic (HMO) cover my prescriptions?

Blue Cross Medicare Advantage Basic (HMO) has 5 published formulary tiers in the current plan record. Published preferred-pharmacy 30-day retail costs include Tier 1 at $0, Tier 2 at $1, Tier 3 at 18%, Tier 4 at 39%, and Tier 5 at 27%. The listed Part D deductible is $450. A tier listing does not confirm that a specific prescription is covered. Check each medication against the plan's current formulary, restrictions, pharmacy network, and costs before enrolling.

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What dental, vision, and hearing benefits does Blue Cross Medicare Advantage Basic (HMO) include?

The current plan record for Blue Cross Medicare Advantage Basic (HMO) lists vision (Routine vision benefit). The current data does not list dental and hearing as offered benefits. Benefit allowances, frequency, eligibility, and participating providers can have additional limits, so review the Summary of Benefits or Evidence of Coverage for the complete rules.

When can I enroll in Blue Cross Medicare Advantage Basic (HMO)?

Blue Cross Medicare Advantage Basic (HMO) is a 2026 Medicare Advantage plan. The Annual Enrollment Period runs from October 15 through December 7, with changes taking effect January 1. The Medicare Advantage Open Enrollment Period runs from January 1 through March 31 for people already enrolled in Medicare Advantage. A qualifying circumstance may create a Special Enrollment Period outside those dates. Confirm the enrollment window and effective date that apply to you before changing coverage.

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Browse the full 2026 Medicare Advantage with drug coverage directory. This plan is offered in New Mexico. Plan availability can vary by county.

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