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About Aetna Medicare Advantage
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Aetna is a CVS Health company offering health insurance and related products for individuals, families, employers and people with Medicare or Medicaid. Its lineup includes medical, dental, vision, pharmacy and supplemental coverage. Plan availability, provider networks, costs and benefits vary by location and coverage type.
- Broad coverage options
- Medicare and Medicaid plans
- Medical, dental, vision and pharmacy plans
- Aetna Health app for members
- Benefits vary by plan and location
- Provider options depend on plan network
- Not all plans offered in every area
How Aetna Medicare Advantage works
Aetna Medicare Advantage plans are private Medicare Part C plans that combine Original Medicare’s Part A hospital and Part B medical coverage into one policy. Many of these include prescription drug coverage and may offer additional benefits like dental, vision and hearing care, depending on the plan you choose.
Unlike Original Medicare, Aetna plans may use provider networks and require members to follow plan rules for referrals or out-of-network care. It offers HMO, HMO-POS and PPO plans, plus Special Needs Plans if you qualify based on Medicaid eligibility, certain chronic conditions or institutional care.
Plans are available in select counties, and Aetna offers a tool to see if you’re covered based on your ZIP code. To enroll, you must have Medicare Part A and Part B and choose a plan during your Initial Enrollment Period or through a Special Enrollment Period.
Aetna Medicare Advantage plans
Aetna Medicare Advantage plans, also called Part C plans, provide Medicare Part A and Part B coverage through a private insurer. Depending on your plan, you might also get prescription drug coverage and benefits like dental, vision, hearing or fitness benefits.
Aetna offers HMO, HMO-POS AND PPO Medicare Advantage plans, as well as Special Needs Plans if you qualify. Your plans, costs, provider networks and benefits vary based on which county you live in, but Aetna has a tool for you to enter your ZIP code to compare your local options.
| Plan type | How it works | Who it may suit |
|---|---|---|
| HMO | Any nonemergency care goes through its provider network, and you usually need to pick a primary care doctor and get referrals for specialists | If you prefer in-network providers and are okay with organizing care through a PCP |
| HMO-POS | These may allow some out-of-network services, though it’s usually at a higher cost | If you prefer an HMO structure but want limited out-of-network flexibility |
| PPO | You can usually see in-network providers without needing a referral, and can often see out-of-network providers at a higher cost | If you want more provider choice but want limited out-of-network flexibility |
| Special Needs Plans | Aetna offers D-SNPs if you’re eligible for both Medicare and Medicaid, C-SNPs for people with qualifying chronic conditions and I-SNPs for those in long-term care settings | If you meet the plan’s eligibility requirements and want coverage designed around your health or financial circumstances |
Aetna’s monthly premiums, copays, drug coverage, provider networks and out-of-pocket limits differ by plan and location. Many Medicare Advantage members pay the Part B premium in addition to any plan premium, so compare your fixed costs and expected care costs before you enroll.
Aetna Medicare Advantage coverage
Rather than through Original Medicare, Aetna’s Medicare Advantage plans provide Medicare Part A and Part B benefits through a private insurer. Most of these plans include Part D prescription drug coverage, and some Aetna plans even offer additional benefits like dental, vision, hearing and fitness coverage. Your benefits and costs vary by plan and location.
| Coverage area | What you should know |
|---|---|
| Hospital and medical care | Covers most Part A and Part B services, and hospice is billed to Original Medicare |
| Deductibles, copays and coinsurance | Each plan sets its own costs and annual out-of-pocket limit |
| Part B excess charges | Costs follow plan network rules, not Original Medicare excess-charge rules |
| Prescription drugs | Included with many, but not all, Aetna plans |
| Dental, vision and hearing | Added benefits vary by plan |
| Long-term care | Custodial long-term care is generally not covered |
| Foreign travel emergency care | Check plan documents, as it’s not automatically covered |
Aetna Medicare Advantage cost
Aetna doesn’t publish its prices for Medicare Advantage plans because your premiums, deductibles and copays vary based on what county you’re in and what plan you choose. However, it has at least one plan with a $0 monthly premium in every county it serves. A $0 premium doesn’t eliminate the Medicare Part B premium or other out-of-pocket costs, though, so you always want to compare what your total costs will be and never just look at what your premium is.
| Cost | What to expect |
|---|---|
| Monthly premium | May be $0 or higher, depending on the local plan |
| Deductibles, copays and coinsurance | Set by each plan for services like doctor visits, hospital care and prescriptions |
| Annual medical spending limit | Every Medicare Advantage plan sets an annual out-of-pocket limit for covered medical services |
| Prescription drugs | If the plan includes Part D, covered drug spending is capped at $2,100 in 2026. Drug costs still depend on the plan, medication and pharmacy |
FAQ
What Medicare Advantage plans does Aetna offer?
Aetna offers HMO, HMO-POS and PPO plans, plus Special Needs Plans for people who qualify.
How much does Aetna Medicare Advantage cost?
Aetna Medicare Advantage costs vary by plan and location. Aetna offers at least one $0 monthly premium option in every county it serves for 2026, but you’ll still need to pay your Part B premium and plan-specific deductibles, copays and coinsurance.
When can I enroll in an Aetna Medicare Advantage plan?
You can enroll in an Aetna Medicare Advantage plan when you first become eligible for Medicare, during the annual Open Enrollment Period or during a qualifying Special Enrollment Period. If you’re a current Medicare Advantage member, you can also make one change from January 1 to March 31.
Can I use any doctor with Aetna Medicare Advantage?
It depends on the plan you choose. HMO plans generally require in-network care, while PPO plans allow out-of-network care at a higher cost.
Still have questions?
Is Aetna Medicare Advantage worth it?
An Aetna Medicare Advantage plan is worth it if it covers your doctors and medications. Its 2026 plans include HMO, HMO-POS, PPO and Special Needs options, with at least one $0 premium option in every county it serves. Aetna also includes dental, vision, hearing and SilverSneakers benefits with individual MA plans.
More than 81% of Aetna MA members are in plans rated four stars or higher by CMS, though Aetna is less appealing if you want to use any Medicare doctor nationwide. Like all HMO plans, it also requires in-network care, while PPO plans offer more flexibility, provided you’re willing to pay more for it.
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Aetna Medicare Advantage Company Information
- Company Name:
- Aetna Medicare Advantage
- Address:
- PO Box 14088
- City:
- Lexington
- State/Province:
- KY
- Postal Code:
- 40512