Arizona already has one of the highest percentage of eligible seniors enrolled in dual special-needs plans, sitting at nearly 50% of eligible Arizonans. But experts want to drive that number up. Those who are dually eligible for both Medicare and Medicaid could qualify for a dual special-need plan, known as “D-SNP“.
Tiffany Huyenh-Cho, California director of Medicare & Medicaid Advocacy with Justice in Aging, said the additional coverage option is for folks who may need more help because of disabilities, age or health conditions. Arizonans can learn more about “D-SNPs” through the State Health Insurance Assistance Program, known as “SHIP.”
“They’re independent, they’re neutral, but they are really meant to help Medicare individuals navigate the different options that are out there, including D-SNP. So they are a really good resource,” she said.
