Fallon Community Health Plan to offer more options for seniors in 2010
FCHP announces new Senior Care Options
Worcester, Mass., October 26, 2009—As Medicare beneficiaries consider health care coverage for 2010, Fallon Community Health Plan (FCHP), a nationally-recognized, not-for-profit health care services organization, announced today a unique, new product for seniors that combines in one package all Medicare and Medicaid benefits, as well as additional benefits and services designed to promote independence and quality of life.
NaviCareSM HMO is available to those age 65 and over in Worcester County who are enrolled in MassHealth Standard. NaviCare is available at a $0 premium with $0 copayments for those who qualify. Members receive high quality care through the program’s ability to combine health and social services. All health care is coordinated by a team of doctors, specialists, nurses, and social workers who develop a plan of care specific to each member.
“FCHP is unmatched in our experience providing access to quality health care and services to Medicare beneficiaries,” said Katherine H. Metzger, Executive Director, NaviCare. “As we enter our 30th year of participating in the Medicare program, we’ve seen the landscape of health insurance change dramatically and have responded by
developing new products and services and offering innovative benefits and programs to support our members’ changing needs.”
In addition to NaviCare, FCHP also will continue offering other products and programs for Medicare beneficiaries, including a variety of plan choices for its Medicare Advantage product, called Fallon Senior Plan™. Effective January 1, 2010, Medicare beneficiaries who choose Fallon Senior Plan can select coverage from eight health plan options, including one with a $0 monthly premium, and $0 copayments for routine annual physicals for those enrolled in Fallon Senior Plan HMO plans.
FCHP continues to sponsor Summit ElderCare®, a Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE). With locations in Charlton, Worcester and Leominster, Summit ElderCare is an insurance, medical care and social support system all in one convenient package that includes home care, personal care and even prescription drugs, when approved.
“Our community’s aging population is growing in numbers, diversity and their demand for more customized health care services,” said Metzger. “By offering NaviCare, FCHP is able to broaden the accessibility of coordinated care for the most vulnerable population.”
For more information about NaviCare and Fallon Senior Plan, visit www.fchp.org/Health-insurance-Massachusetts/SeniorCarePrograms.htm. For information about Summit ElderCare, visit www.summiteldercare.org.
Lauren M. Petit
lauren.petit@fchp.org
About Fallon Community Health Plan
Founded in 1977, Fallon Community Health Plan is a nationally recognized, not-for-profit health care services organization. From traditional health insurance products available throughout Massachusetts for all populations, to innovative health care programs and services for independent seniors, FCHP supports the diverse and changing needs of all those it serves. FCHP has consistently ranked among the nation’s top health plans, and is the only health plan in Massachusetts to have been awarded “Excellent” Accreditation by the National Committee for Quality Assurance for its HMO, Medicare Advantage and Medicaid products.
Fallon Community Health Plan is a health plan with a Medicare Advantage contract.
NaviCare HMO is a voluntary program in association with MassHealth, CMS and EOHHS.