Medicare members in Northern Nevada rejoice! Because Carson Tahoe Hospital has been designated as a Tier 1 facility with Prominence Medicare Advantage network. What does that mean for anyone looking to use Carson Tahoe Hospital Medicare services? Let’s find out!
What is a Tier 1 facility?
Hospitals and health insurance companies (including Medicare) need to work together to provide services for patients. When a hospital and a health insurance company work well and do a lot of business together, they can create special arrangements that benefit both organizations.
A Tier 1 facility is essentially the most cooperative a healthcare provider can be with an insurance company. This close relationship typically comes with better pricing and services compared to facilities with lower tiers. Essentially, Carson Tahoe Hospital Medicare access with Prominence is now officially the much stronger than before.
Carson Tahoe Hospital Medicare upgrade
Now that Carson Tahoe Hospital has reached Tier 1 status with Prominence, it means that Prominence Medicare members will have access to lower copayments for inpatient stays at Carson Tahoe Hospital.
This change is very welcome by Medicare members in the Carson City area, especially after Carson Tahoe Hospital terminated its contract with Aetna. Now, there are only two Carson Tahoe Hospital Medicare plans accepted. But with Prominence upgrading the facility to Tier 1, it should be easier for local Medicare members to get affordable care.
Find the Medicare option that works for you
Although Carson Tahoe Hospital Medicare coverage with Prominence has been upgraded to Tier 1, many other Medicare Advantage members in Nevada are finding out their plan no longer works at Carson Tahoe Hospital. If you have been affected by Medicare plan changes, it’s important to work with a broker to find a plan that works best for your unique needs.
At Health Benefits Associates, our team of experienced brokers can walk you through the various options to find a Medicare Advantage plan that fits you. Contact us today to see if you qualify for a Special Enrollment Period to change your Medicare Advantage plan to one that’s in-network at Carson Tahoe Hospital. Now that it’s a Tier 1 facility, you may be able to get more affordable care than ever before. Call us at 775-828-1216 to schedule an appointment today!
