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Plan year 2027

Align SecureChoice (PPO) H8385-005

Monthly premium
$60
+ your Part B premium
Max out-of-pocket
$7,150
in-network annual cap
Primary care
$0
per visit copay
Specialist
$50
per visit

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

Medical deductible
$0
Max out-of-pocket, in and out of network
$10,150
Rx deductible
$500
Inpatient hospital
Days 1-4: $500/day, Days 5-90: $0/day
no limit on covered hospital days
Inpatient mental health
Days 1-4: $500/day, Days 5-90: $0/day
Outpatient surgery
$400
Emergency room
$115
Urgent care
$50

What's included, and what it's actually worth4 benefits included. Tap any card for the detail

Hearing

$499–$999copay per hearing aid
Details$499–$999 copay per hearing aid
This is a supplemental benefit with plan-specific limits. See plan documents for details.

OTC allowance

$50/quarter OTC allowance
Prepaid card$50/quarter OTC allowance
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Doctor Visits: PCP$0 copay
In-network$0 copay per visit
Doctor Visits: Specialist$50 copay
In-network$50 copay per visit
Inpatient Hospital$500/day, days 1–4
In-networkDays 1-4: $500/day, Days 5-90: $0/day
Benefit limitNone — additional covered days are unlimited
Outpatient Surgery$400 copay
In-network$400 copay per procedure
Mental HealthDays 1-4: $500/day, Days 5-90: $0/day
Inpatient psychiatricDays 1-4: $500/day, Days 5-90: $0/day
VisionRoutine vision benefit
DetailsRoutine vision benefit
This is a supplemental benefit with plan-specific limits. See plan documents for details.
Fitness$0 fitness benefit

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Our take

Where this plan shines

See your primary doctor for $0.
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 Align SecureChoice (PPO) (Local PPO)

What does Align SecureChoice (PPO) (Local PPO) cover?

Align SecureChoice (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. Published supplemental benefits include vision (Routine vision benefit), hearing ($499–$999 copay per hearing aid), over-the-counter (OTC) ($50/quarter OTC allowance), 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 Align SecureChoice (PPO) (Local PPO) cost in 2027?

The published 2027 monthly plan premium for Align SecureChoice (PPO) (Local PPO) is $60. Any Medicare premiums you owe are separate from the listed plan premium. The listed medical deductible is $0. The listed Part D deductible is $500. The in-network medical out-of-pocket maximum is $7,150; it does not include Part D drug spending. Published visit costs include primary care $0 and specialist visits $50. These figures are plan data, not a personal yearly-cost estimate.

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Can I use my current doctors with Align SecureChoice (PPO) (Local PPO)?

CMS lists Align SecureChoice (PPO) (Local PPO) as a Local PPO 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 Align SecureChoice (PPO) (Local PPO) cover my prescriptions?

The current plan record for Align SecureChoice (PPO) (Local PPO) does not include tier-level formulary costs. The listed Part D deductible is $500. 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 Align SecureChoice (PPO) (Local PPO) include?

The current plan record for Align SecureChoice (PPO) (Local PPO) lists vision (Routine vision benefit) and hearing ($499–$999 copay per hearing aid). It also lists over-the-counter (OTC) ($50/quarter OTC allowance). The current data does not list dental 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 Align SecureChoice (PPO) (Local PPO)?

Align SecureChoice (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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Browse the full 2027 Medicare Advantage with drug coverage directory. This plan is offered in Iowa, North Dakota, and South Dakota. Plan availability can vary by county.

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Align SecureChoice H8385-005 (PPO) — 2027 Costs & Benefits