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Medicare Advantage · Local PPO · 2027

BlueAdvantage Diamond (PPO)

BlueCross BlueShield of Tennessee H7917-0093.5 CMS rating for 2027
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No referral needed to see a specialist

At a glance: $161 monthly premium and $0 primary care visits.

Monthly premium
$161
Part B premium separate
Yearly limit
$4,450
Most you’d pay for in-network care
Dental
$3,000/yr
Preventive & comprehensive dental allowance
Doctor visits
$0
Primary care · specialists $30

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Extra benefits
5 includedDental · Vision · Hearing · Fitness · Meals

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Costs and copays

Deductibles, yearly limit, visits, hospital stays and drug tiers
DeductiblesMedical · $700 for drugs
$0
Yearly limitIn-network care, not counting drugs
$4,450
Yearly limit, in and out of networkCombined, not counting drugs
$6,700
Primary doctorPer visit
$0
SpecialistPer visit · no referral needed
$30
Hospital stayNo limit on covered hospital days
Days 1-5: $175/day, Days 6-90: $0/day
Inpatient mental healthHospital stay
Days 1-5: $175/day, Days 6-90: $0/day
Outpatient surgeryPer procedure
$275
Emergency roomPer visit
$150
Urgent carePer visit
$25
Tier 1 · Preferred Generic30-day supply at a retail pharmacy
$0
Tier 2 · Generic30-day supply at a retail pharmacy
$5
Tier 3 · Preferred Brand30-day supply at a retail pharmacy, after deductible
17%
Tier 4 · Non-Pref Brand30-day supply at a retail pharmacy, after deductible
40%
Tier 5 · Specialty30-day supply at a retail pharmacy, after deductible
25%

Our take

Where this plan shines, and what to know

Where this plan shines

  • This plan’s out-of-pocket maximum is below the national median.
  • See your primary doctor for $0.
  • No separate medical deductible.

Things to know before you enroll

  • Limited coverage while traveling outside the plan’s service area.

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Common questions

6 answers about this plan

What does BlueAdvantage Diamond (PPO) (Local PPO) cover?

BlueAdvantage Diamond (PPO) (Local PPO) 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 dental ($3,000/yr preventive & comprehensive dental allowance), vision ($300 eyewear allowance per 2 years), hearing ($99–$599 copay per hearing aid), and fitness ($0 fitness benefit). Review the plan documents for covered services, limits, and rules. Coverage can change each plan year.

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How much does BlueAdvantage Diamond (PPO) (Local PPO) cost in 2027?

The published 2027 monthly plan premium for BlueAdvantage Diamond (PPO) (Local PPO) is $161. Any Medicare premiums you owe are separate from the listed plan premium. The listed medical deductible is $0. The listed Part D deductible is $700. The in-network medical out-of-pocket maximum is $4,450; it does not include Part D drug spending. Published visit costs include primary care $0 and specialist visits $30. These figures are plan data, not a personal yearly-cost estimate.

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Can I use my current doctors with BlueAdvantage Diamond (PPO) (Local PPO)?

CMS lists BlueAdvantage Diamond (PPO) (Local PPO) as a Local PPO plan. The plan record says specialist referrals are not required. 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 BlueAdvantage Diamond (PPO) (Local PPO) cover my prescriptions?

BlueAdvantage Diamond (PPO) (Local PPO) 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 $5, Tier 3 at 17%, Tier 4 at 40%, and Tier 5 at 25%. The listed Part D deductible is $700. 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 BlueAdvantage Diamond (PPO) (Local PPO) include?

The current plan record for BlueAdvantage Diamond (PPO) (Local PPO) lists dental ($3,000/yr preventive & comprehensive dental allowance), vision ($300 eyewear allowance per 2 years), and hearing ($99–$599 copay per hearing aid). 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 BlueAdvantage Diamond (PPO) (Local PPO)?

BlueAdvantage Diamond (PPO) (Local PPO) 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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BlueAdvantage Diamond H7917-009 (PPO) — 2027 Costs & Benefits