The new plan -- Align powered by Sanford Health Plan – covers Medicare Advantage enrollees in South Dakota, North Dakota and western Minnesota.
Sanford Health Plan announced Monday that it has launched a Medicare Advantage health insurance plan for beneficiaries in three states.
Enrollment runs from October 15 – December 7, 2021, and coverage starts on January 1, 2022.
Described by the Sioux Falls, South Dakota-based payer as an "all-in-one bundled health insurance option, Align powered by Sanford Health combines Medicare Part A and Part B "with more tailored, comprehensive health benefits and prescription drug coverage."
"What makes our offering stand out from other options on the market is that seniors will be able to join a Medicare Advantage plan that is backed by a network of Sanford Health providers working together to deliver personalized care," said John Snyder, president of Sanford Health Plan.
"As a health plan that is part of Sanford Health's comprehensive system of care, we provide members with innovative services and supplemental benefits to improve health and manage chronic conditions," Snyder said.
The plan -- offered in North Dakota, South Dakota, and western Minnesota – is touted by Sanford as meeting the comprehensive needs of beneficiaries while remaining affordable and, in some cases, offer $0 premiums and copays.
The plan will include personal health "navigators" who can help members schedule appointments, set up transportation, arrange for a trusted partner to attend appointments alongside members, and coordinate follow-up care.
Other benefits include: PPO plans; In-network and out-of-network benefits; access to an integrated network of local Sanford Health providers; visitor and travel benefits; virtual care; pharmacy; dental; vision; hearing; OTC allowance; gym memberships; and meals.
“What makes our offering stand out from other options on the market is that seniors will be able to join a Medicare Advantage plan that is backed by a network of Sanford Health providers working together to deliver personalized care.”
John Snyder, president, Sanford Health Plan.
John Commins is a content specialist and online news editor for HealthLeaders, a Simplify Compliance brand.
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The plan -- offered in North Dakota, South Dakota, and western Minnesota – is touted by Sanford as meeting the comprehensive needs of beneficiaries while remaining affordable and, in some cases, offer $0 premiums and copays.
The plan will include personal health "navigators" who can help members schedule appointments, set up transportation, arrange for a trusted partner to attend appointments alongside members, and coordinate follow-up care.
Other benefits include: PPO plans; In-network and out-of-network benefits; access to an integrated network of local Sanford Health providers; virtual care; pharmacy; dental; vision; hearing; OTC allowance; and gym memberships.