Nov 13, 2024
Medicare Open Enrollment: October 15 - December 7
For questions about your Medicare benefits or options, contact Nicole Kingery, Revenue Cycle Manager, at the Camas Center Medical & Dental Clinic at 509-447-7448.
The Camas Center Medical & Dental Clinic, operated by the Kalispel Tribe of Indians, offers services for all Medicare Advantage Plans (Part C) at an in-network rate. We are not required to contract with these carriers under the Indian Healthcare Improvement Act (www.ihs.gov/ihcia), but we are still considered in-network.
Who is generally eligible for Medicare?
- You are 65 or older, or
- You are under 65 and have certain disabilities.
Medicare Coverage Options:
- Original Medicare (Red, White, and Blue Card):
Includes Part A (Hospital) and Part B (Medical/Physician). Part A is usually premium-free; Part B has a monthly premium with annual rate adjustments. - Medicare Advantage HMO (Health Maintenance Organization):
A private plan that covers most Part A and Part B benefits, often with drug coverage (Part D). Replaces Original Medicare. - Medicare Advantage PPO (Preferred Provider Organization):
Allows you to see any provider, but you pay less in-network. Replaces Original Medicare. - Dual Special Needs Plan (DSNP) (Medicaid/Medicare):
For those eligible for both Medicare and Medicaid.
For more information about Medicare, visit www.medicare.gov.
No matter which plan you choose, we are here to see and help you at the Camas Center Medical & Dental Clinic. We look forward to your next visit!