What Guardians Need to Know

• Medicare and Medicaid should work together—not against each other: When the two coverages are poorly coordinated, families may encounter different provider networks, benefit rules, and authorization requirements.
• Protect the care your loved one already depends upon: We review plan networks and coverage considerations so guardians can evaluate options with continuity of doctors, medications, medical equipment, and support services in mind.
• Look beyond the basic health plan: D-SNP choices may include different supplemental benefits, OTC allowances, and DME coverage rules that should be compared carefully.
• You remain in control of the decision: Our role is to educate and compare available options; the beneficiary or legally authorized guardian makes the plan decision.
• There is no cost or obligation for our review: Families can receive an educational comparison of available plan options without paying Arch Care Partners for the service.