What is Group Medicare Advantage PPO?

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What is Group Medicare Advantage PPO? Current Group Medicare Advantage HMO Group Medicare Advantage PPO Value to Medicare eligible retirees Geographic availability Defined Service Area Only 22 counties in California National All 58 counties in CA and 50 states Equivalent benefits to existing MAPD HMO plan Plan type In-network coverage only Same benefits in-network and out-of-network Broad provider access Provider access HMO contracted providers only Contracted and all willing Medicare providers Part D Integrated Medical and Prescription Drug Plan Integrated Medical and Prescription Drug Plan One ID card for medical and prescription 4

CalPERS Medicare Eligible Retiree Benefits Benefit Coverage UnitedHealthcare Medicare Advantage PPO In-Network UnitedHealthcare Medicare Advantage PPO Out-of-Network Annual Deductible None Annual Out-of-Pocket Max $1,500 Office Visits $10 $10 Inpatient Hospitalization Covered at 100% Covered at 100% Outpatient (surgery and hospital services) Covered at 100% Covered at 100% Emergency Services $50 $50 Diagnostic X-ray / Lab Covered at 100% Covered at 100% 5

CalPERS Medicare Eligible Retiree Benefits Benefit Coverage UnitedHealthcare Medicare Advantage PPO In-Network UnitedHealthcare Medicare Advantage PPO Out-of-Network Annual Physical Covered at 100% Covered at 100% Annual Wellness Visit Covered at 100% Covered at 100% Immunizations Covered at 100% Covered at 100% Durable Medical Equipment Covered at 100% Covered at 100% Skilled Nursing Facility Covered at 100% up to 100 days Covered at 100% up to 100 days Chiropractic and Acupuncture Services $15 per visit / 20 visit max combined per calendar year $15 per visit / 20 visit max combined per calendar year 6

CalPERS Medicare Eligible Retiree Benefits Tier Prescription Drug Type Your Costs Retail (30-day supply) Maintenance Medications (<30/90>-day supply) Tier 1 Generics $5 co-pay $10 co-pay Tier 2 Preferred Brands $20 co-pay $40 co-pay Tier 3 Non-Preferred Brands $50 co-pay $100 co-pay Tier 4 Specialty Drugs $20 co-pay $40 co-pay 7

Pharmacy Saver Program Pharmacy Saver reduces costs for Medicare eligible retirees and employers at nearly 20,000 of America s most popular pharmacy locations nationwide Medicare eligible retirees pay a small copayment (as low as $2). The program features contracted rates at select pharmacies that are lower than the plan sponsor copays. The prices are on specific lists of drugs which vary by participating pharmacy The program features contracted rates at select pharmacies that are lower than the plan copay. The prices are on specific lists of drugs which vary by participating pharmacy. Members are automatically eligible, no other paperwork required 10 of our top 10 most utilized generics are included in the program Website: www.unitedpharmacysaver.com UnitedHealthcare s Member Savings Promise UnitedHealthcare is committed to providing you affordable prescription drugs. As a member of our Medicare prescription drug plans, you have our Savings Promise that you will get the lowest price available. That low price may be your plan copay, the pharmacy s retail price or our contracted price with the pharmacy 8

The CalPERS Member Experience I need to go to the doctor. What happens? Medicare eligible retiree pays $10 copay. In-network Provider Non-network Provider who accepts Medicare assignment Medicare eligible retiree pays $10 copay. Medicare eligible retiree covered only for emergencies - same coverage as supplemental or coordinated plans. Provider who has opted out of Medicare in its entirety Non-network Provider who does not accept Medicare assignment Medicare eligible retiree pays $10 copay. The vast majority of non-network providers will file the member s PPO claim. If not, the member pays the provider directly and then submits to the plan for reimbursement. If the provider does not accept Medicare Assignment, the member will be reimbursed at the same copay - no balance billing amount is paid by Medicare eligible retiree. 9

UnitedHealthcare Group Medicare Advantage PPO payment scenarios CalPERS Medicare Eligible Retiree Sees One of more than 500,000 of UnitedHealthcare s Medicare Advantage PPO providers Non-network provider who accepts Medicare assignment Non-network provider who does not accept Medicare assignment (less than 5% of providers) UnitedHealthcare Pays Contracted rate less CalPERS plan copayment 100% of Medicare Allowable charges, less CalPERS plan copayment 100% of Medicare Limiting charges, less CalPERS plan copayment CalPERS Medicare Eligible Retiree Pays $10 plan copayment $10 plan copayment $10 plan copayment Member is not subject to balance billing Non-network provider who has opted out of Medicare (1%) OR foreign provider Only in case of emergency* *Traditional Medicare generally does not cover care outside of the U.S. 100% of all billed charges (except in the case of an emergency) The vast majority of non-network providers will file the member s PPO claim. If not, the member pays the provider directly and then submits the claim to UnitedHealthcare for reimbursement. 10

Value-Added Services for CalPERS Medicare Eligible Retirees

HouseCalls Uniquely impactful An innovative home assessment program available nationally to qualified members of select UnitedHealthcare Medicare Advantage plans at no cost to members Most beneficial for the most vulnerable Medicare Advantage members who: Are chronically ill Find it hard to access the care they need Want to take a more active role in their health but need support 12 Benefits Prevents complications by identifying gaps in care Increases adherence to care plan More timely, comprehensive and accurate data Increases care coordination and collaboration with member s Primary Care Physician HouseCalls nurses are employees of UnitedHealthcare Effective 1.1.16 in California

HouseCalls - How does it work? Here s Rosa, Our CalPERS Medicare eligible retiree Rosa receives a call from our nurse that explains the HouseCalls program. Rosa can opt out or accept a visit. Rosa replies that she would like visit and an appointment is made The day before the visit, Rosa receives a confirmation call from the health care practitioner, Mary. Mary, our nurse, is a UnitedHealthcare employee. Rosa receives an introductory postcard, letter and appointment reminder postcard. 30-70% (average 40%) acceptance rate Over 1 million visits completed 107,000 care management referrals Mary arrives at scheduled time. Rosa receives the following: a comprehensive examination and assessment a complete environmental assessment, a comprehensive physical and behavioral assessment, a complete review of her current medication, and an Ask Your Doctor form to take to her doctor. 7% Increase in Primary Care Physician visits 30% Lower risk-adjusted re-admissions After the visit, urgent or moderately urgent needs receive immediate follow up. Her physician receives a summary of the visit. If appropriate, Rosa is referred to care management programs. 99% Member satisfaction rate 13

Silver Sneakers Fitness Program Stay physically fit and active at no additional cost. Join SilverSneakers and enjoy: Staying active with SilverSneakers Fitness Program. Choose a fitness center from more than 11,000 participating locations. (Find the nearest location at www.silversneakers.com). Classes, cardio equipment, resistance machines, free weights and heated pools (at certain locations). Amenities may vary at each location. Many women-only locations, including Curves, nationwide. Don t live near a fitness center? SilverSneakers Steps is a personalized fitness program for members who can't get to a SilverSneakers location. Once you enroll in Steps, you may select one of the four kits that best fits your lifestyle and fitness level-general fitness, strength, walking or yoga. The Steps wellness tools can help you be active at home or on the go. 14

Value-Added Benefits Hearing aids from hi HealthInnovations Typical hearing aid costs range from $1,000 - $8,000 Models as low as $649 Behind the Ear to $849 Inside the Canal Significant savings of over $4,000 for Medicare eligible retirees needing hearing aids No program cost $500 hearing aid allowance benefit Solutions for Caregivers Provides help to alleviate the financial and emotional costs of care giving No program cost Not available in the open market 44+ million Americans care for a spouse, parent, relative, or friend Caregivers have higher rates of stress, cholesterol, depression, etc. 15

UnitedHealthcare Customer Service Dedicated Toll Free Number: 1-888-867-5581 Hours of Operation: 8 a.m. 8 p.m. local time, 7 days a week Pre-enrollment Landing Page: UHCRetiree.com/calpers 16