Medicare Beneficiaries Cedars-Sinai Skip to content Close Select your preferred language English عربى 简体中文 繁體中文 فارسي עִברִית 日本語 한국어 Русский Español Tagalog Menu Close Call 1-800-CEDARS-1 toggle search form Close Share Email Print Billing & Insurance Back to Billing & Insurance Billing Understanding Your Bill Insurance Insured Through Work Insured on Own Medicare Eligible Understanding Your Options When You Can Enroll Medi-Cal Eligible Dual Eligible Frequently Asked Questions Additional Resources International Patients Financial Assistance FAQs Glossary Coverage for Medicare Beneficiaries Cedars-Sinai has partnered with eHealth to help you find the Medicare insurance coverage that best meets your needs. Speak with a licensed insurance agent or enroll in a plan online. CALL 1-844-566-0190 (TTY 711) MONDAY-FRIDAY, 5 A.M.-5 P.M. REVIEW PLANS WITH EHEALTH I m Eligible for Medicare Cedars-Sinai has served the needs of Medicare beneficiaries since the program began in 1965. Cedars-Sinai is included in both Original Medicare and Medicare Advantage plans. Coverage also is available for people who have both Medicare and Medi-Cal (dual eligible). Need help deciding what works best for you? Contact our partners at eHealth by calling 1-844-566-0190 (TTY 711) between Monday - Friday from 5 a.m. to 5 p.m. PST. You can also visit eHealth’s website at eHealthMedicare.com/Cedars-Sinai. This website is an online marketplace where you can research plans and benefits without sharing any personal information. Cedars-Sinai has partnered with eHealth, an independent insurance agency that operates a non-government website and employs licensed insurance agents who can help you understand your coverage options over the phone. Traditional Medicare (Part A and/or Part B) If you have Original Medicare (Part A and/or B), including Medicare supplement insurance (Medigap) plans, you will have coverage for care from Cedars-Sinai and many of our doctors. Medicare Advantage (Part C) Part C, also known as Medicare Advantage plan or "MA Plans", is offered by a private insurance company approved by Medicare and typically organized like a Health Maintenance Organization (HMO) or Preferred Provider Organization (PPO) insurance plan. Medicare Advantage bundle both Part A and Part B into one plan. Most of these plans also include Medicare Part D prescription drug coverage. Cedars-Sinai participates in the following Medicare Advantage plans: Alignment Health Plan AVA (PPO) 007 Anthem Blue Cross of California Anthem MediBlue Connect Plus (HMO) Anthem MediBlue Diabetes Care (HMO C-SNP) Anthem MediBlue ESRD Care (HMO C-SNP) Anthem MediBlue Heart Care (HMO C-SNP) Anthem MediBlue Lung Care (HMO C-SNP) Anthem MediBlue StartSmart Plus (HMO) Blue Shield of California (HMO) Blue Shield 65 Plus (HMO) Blue Shield 65 Plus Plan 2 (HMO) Blue Shield AdvantageOptimum Plan (HMO) Blue Shield Balance Plan (HMO) Blue Shield Coordinated Choice Plan (HMO) Blue Shield Inspire (HMO) Blue Shield TotalDual Plan (HMO-DSNP) Blue Shield Vital (HMO) UnitedHealthcare AARP Medicare Advantage Patriot (HMO) AARP Medicare Advantage SecureHorizons Assure (HMO) AARP Medicare Advantage SecureHorizons Focus (HMO) AARP Medicare Advantage SecureHorizons Plan 1 (HMO) AARP Medicare Advantage SecureHorizons Premier (HMO) If you enroll in an HMO plan, you must choose a primary care doctor in either the Cedars-Sinai Medical Group or Cedars-Sinai Health Associates HMO provider networks and be referred to specialists within these groups. Dual Eligible (Medicare and Medi-Cal) Until December 31 2022 If you are eligible for both Medicare and Medi-Cal, you should do one of the two following things to ensure coverage for Cedars-Sinai: Opt out of Cal MediConnect; keep Original Medicare; and assign your Medi-Cal benefits to a Los Angeles County contracted health plan for administration of your traditional Medi-Cal benefits, or Enroll in the Cal MediConnect program through Anthem Cal MediConnect (MMP), which is an HMO product. After January 1 2023 For dual-eligibility and questions regarding dual coverage, please review this insurance page. Information updated November 11, 2021. Which Option Describe You Best I Get My Health Insurance Through My Employer I Buy Health Insurance on My Own I'm Eligible for Medicare I'm Eligible for Medi-Cal I'm Eligible for Both Medicare and Medi-Cal I'm an International Patient Need Help If you have questions about coverage or referrals, we’re here to help. 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