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Plan year 2027

AARP Medicare Advantage Direct Plus from UHC TN-8 (HMO-POS) H5253-249

Monthly premium
$0
+ your Part B premium
Max out-of-pocket
$6,400
in-network annual cap
Primary care
$0
per visit copay
Specialist
$10
per visit

Your costs at a glanceIn-network, for the 2027 plan year

Medical deductible
$0
Rx deductible
$505
Inpatient hospital
Days 1-5: $550/day, Days 6-90: $0/day, then $0/day
no limit on covered hospital days
Inpatient mental health
Days 1-4: $550/day, Days 5-90: $0/day
Outpatient surgery
$550
Emergency room
$130
Urgent care
$50

What's included, and what it's actually worth6 benefits included. Tap any card for the detail

Dental

$5,000/yr preventive dental allowance
Details$5,000/yr preventive dental allowance
This is a supplemental benefit with plan-specific limits. See plan documents for details.

Hearing

$1,000/yr hearing aid allowance
Hearing aid allowance$1,000/yr hearing aid allowance
This is a supplemental benefit with plan-specific limits. See plan documents for details.

Vision

$200eyewear allowance per 2 years
Eyewear allowance$200 eyewear allowance per 2 years
This is a supplemental benefit with plan-specific limits. See plan documents for details.
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Doctor Visits: PCP$0 copay
In-network$0 copay per visit
Doctor Visits: Specialist$10 copay
In-network$10 copay per visit
Inpatient Hospital$550/day, days 1–5
In-networkDays 1-5: $550/day, Days 6-90: $0/day, then $0/day
Benefit limitNone — additional covered days are unlimited
Outpatient Surgery$550 copay
In-network$550 copay per procedure
Mental HealthDays 1-4: $550/day, Days 5-90: $0/day
Inpatient psychiatricDays 1-4: $550/day, Days 5-90: $0/day
OTC allowanceOTC benefit ($0 copay)
DetailsOTC benefit ($0 copay)
Fitness$0 fitness benefit
MealsMeal benefit

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Our take

Where this plan shines

This plan has a $0 monthly premium.
See your primary doctor for $0.
The specialist copay ($10) is among the more affordable options.
No separate medical deductible.

Things to know before you enroll

This plan’s out-of-pocket maximum is above the national median.
Limited coverage while traveling outside the plan’s service area.
Questions? Talk to a licensed agent at1-866-764-3312 (TTY: 711)

Plan documents

Plan questions

Common questions about AARP Medicare Advantage Direct Plus from UHC TN-8 (HMO-POS) (HMOPOS)

What does AARP Medicare Advantage Direct Plus from UHC TN-8 (HMO-POS) (HMOPOS) cover?

AARP Medicare Advantage Direct Plus from UHC TN-8 (HMO-POS) (HMOPOS) 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. Published supplemental benefits include dental ($5,000/yr preventive dental allowance), vision ($200 eyewear allowance per 2 years), hearing ($1,000/yr hearing aid allowance), and over-the-counter (OTC) (OTC benefit ($0 copay)). Review the plan documents for covered services, limits, and rules. Coverage can change each plan year.

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How much does AARP Medicare Advantage Direct Plus from UHC TN-8 (HMO-POS) (HMOPOS) cost in 2027?

The published 2027 monthly plan premium for AARP Medicare Advantage Direct Plus from UHC TN-8 (HMO-POS) (HMOPOS) is $0. Any Medicare premiums you owe are separate from the listed plan premium. The listed medical deductible is $0. The listed Part D deductible is $505. The in-network medical out-of-pocket maximum is $6,400; it does not include Part D drug spending. Published visit costs include primary care $0 and specialist visits $10. These figures are plan data, not a personal yearly-cost estimate.

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Can I use my current doctors with AARP Medicare Advantage Direct Plus from UHC TN-8 (HMO-POS) (HMOPOS)?

CMS lists AARP Medicare Advantage Direct Plus from UHC TN-8 (HMO-POS) (HMOPOS) as a HMOPOS plan. The record also identifies point-of-service flexibility, but exact out-of-network rules can vary. 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 AARP Medicare Advantage Direct Plus from UHC TN-8 (HMO-POS) (HMOPOS) cover my prescriptions?

The current plan record for AARP Medicare Advantage Direct Plus from UHC TN-8 (HMO-POS) (HMOPOS) does not include tier-level formulary costs. The listed Part D deductible is $505. 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 AARP Medicare Advantage Direct Plus from UHC TN-8 (HMO-POS) (HMOPOS) include?

The current plan record for AARP Medicare Advantage Direct Plus from UHC TN-8 (HMO-POS) (HMOPOS) lists dental ($5,000/yr preventive dental allowance), vision ($200 eyewear allowance per 2 years), and hearing ($1,000/yr hearing aid allowance). It also lists over-the-counter (OTC) (OTC benefit ($0 copay)). 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 AARP Medicare Advantage Direct Plus from UHC TN-8 (HMO-POS) (HMOPOS)?

AARP Medicare Advantage Direct Plus from UHC TN-8 (HMO-POS) (HMOPOS) is a 2027 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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AARP Medicare Advantage Direct Plus from UHC TN-8 H5253-249 — 2027