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What is VNS Health EasyCare Plus?

VNS Health EasyCare Plus (HMO D-SNP) is a Medicare Advantage plan for people with both Medicare and Medicaid. It includes prescription drugs and extra benefits not covered by regular Medicare.

EasyCare Plus members have a $0 monthly premium and $0 copays (depending on the level of Medicaid eligibility) for health care services. Plus, you get a Healthy Extras card to help pay for the things you need the most, like groceries, home utilities, and more.

Plan Highlights

  • $0 monthly plan premium
  • $0 copays for doctor visits*
  • $200/month Healthy Extras Card benefit
  • 14 one-way transportation trips to medical appointments  
  • Dental care, hearing aids, eye care, foot care, acupuncture, and more

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What Does EasyCare Plus Cover?

EasyCare Plus gives you more than regular Medicare, including extra benefits that can make it easier to live a healthy lifestyle in your home and community. You get a health coach or care manager to help you be as healthy as possible. You can have doctor visits in the comfort of your home with our telehealth program. And you have 24/7 access to a nurse for when health concerns arise.

Some of What You Get With Your EasyCare Plus Plan

Help Affording Things You Need

Everyday Essentials†

Get $200/month to use on things you need. Use it for OTC items, groceries, home utilities, and certain dental, hearing or vision expenses. 

Help with Oral Care

Dental

$2,750/year for preventive and comprehensive dental services.^

Help with Eye Care

Vision

$0 copay for eye exam; $300/year for glasses or contacts

Who is Eligible for EasyCare Plus?

You may be able to get VNS Health EasyCare Plus if:

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You are eligible for Medicare Part A and Part B
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You are eligible for Medicaid
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You live in one of these counties: Albany, Bronx, Dutchess, Erie, Kings (Brooklyn), Monroe, Nassau, New York (Manhattan), Niagara, Onondaga, Orange, Queens, Rensselaer, Richmond (Staten Island), Rockland, Saratoga, Schenectady, Suffolk, Sullivan, and Westchester
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You are a United States citizen or in the United States lawfully

How do I learn more or enroll?

You may be able to enroll in VNS Health EasyCare Plus during Medicare’s Annual Enrollment Period (October 15–December 7), when you’re first eligible for Medicare, or if you qualify for a Special Enrollment Period. Call the number below to learn about your enrollment options or speak with a health plan advisor.

1-866-414-6715
TTY users, call: 711
7 days a week, 8 am-8 pm

Prefer a paper application form? Use our Enrollment Request Form (English, en Espanol, 中文) . You can also enroll online at Medicare.gov.

FAQ

*Benefits and costs depend on your level of Low Income Subsidy (LIS) or Medicaid eligibility.

†Grocery and utility benefits are part of special supplemental benefits for the chronically ill and not all members qualify. Chronic illnesses include diabetes, dementia, heart failure, lung disorders, stroke, and other conditions. Eligibility for this benefit cannot be guaranteed based solely on your condition. All applicable eligibility requirements must be met before the benefit is provided. For details, please contact us.

^Additional coverage available under Medicaid based on medical necessity. Authorization may be required.