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CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield Advantage Salute (PPO) Medicare Advantage Plan H7379-003 • 2027 • Queen Annes County, MD

CMS Rating: ☆☆☆☆☆ (2.5 out of 5 stars*)
Monthly Premium
$0.00Plus Part B premium.
Medical Deductible
$0.00
Maximum Out-of-Pocket
$5900.00In-network
Part B Giveback
−$100.00 reduction
Prescription Coverage
Not Included
Additional Benefits
Dental, Vision, Hearing
Service Area
Queen Annes County, MD
Local Enrollment
13 beneficiaries in Queen Annes County
Last update:

CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield Advantage Salute (PPO) Introduction

This Medicare Advantage PPO plan, CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield Advantage Salute, is offered by CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield Medicare Advantage and uses a Preferred Provider Organization (PPO) provider network. It comes without prescription drug coverage. For the 2027 plan year, the monthly premium is $0.00, the medical deductible is $0.00, and the in-network maximum out-of-pocket is $5900.00. The plan is identified by CMS Plan ID H7379-003.

Enrollment in this plan requires residence in Queen Annes County, Maryland. CMS enrollment data reports 13 plan members in Queen Annes County. New members can call the plan directly at (888)532-0311 (TTY 711) for assistance.

Compare Similar Plans in Queen Annes County

Compare this plan with the two most-enrolled PPO plans available in Queen Annes County, Maryland. Enrollment is based on CMS local enrollment data.

PPO plan comparison for Queen Annes County, Maryland
Plan Detail CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield Advantage Salute HumanaChoice H5216-376 HumanaChoice H7617-044
CMS Plan ID H7379-003-0 H5216-376-0 H7617-044-0
Local Enrollment 13 229 113
Monthly Premium $0.00 $0.00 $0.00
Medical Deductible $0.00 $550 $650
Maximum Out-of-Pocket $5,900.00 $8,050.00 $8,050.00
Part B Giveback −$100.00 reduction Not offered Not offered
Primary Care $0 copay $0 copay $0 copay
Specialist $30 copay $60 copay $55 copay
Part D Deductible Not Applicable $700.00 $700.00
CMS Star Rating 2.5 4.0 4.5
Dental $0 copay $0 copay $0 copay
Vision $0 copay $0 copay $0 copay
Hearing $0 copay $0 copay $0 copay

Want to explore more options? Browse all Medicare Advantage plans in Queen Annes County, or compare Medicare Advantage plans across Maryland, including premiums, out-of-pocket costs, CMS ratings, and enrollment.

Plan Benefits

Cost-sharing for CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield Advantage Salute includes out-of-pocket expenses for covered healthcare services. The following tables provide a summary of typical in-network out-of-pocket costs for plan H7379-003.

You can also compare 2027 costs and coverage with last year, side-by-side: Plan H7379-003-0 Cost Compare.

Office Visits

Primary care
In-network: $0 copay
Out-of-network: 50% coinsurance
Specialist
In-network: $30 copay
Out-of-network: 50% coinsurance

Preventive and Wellness Services

Annual wellness exam
In-network: $0 copay
Out-of-network: 50% coinsurance
Telehealth benefit
In-network: $0-$35 copay
Routine chiropractic
In-network: $10 copay
Out-of-network: 50% coinsurance
Fitness benefits
Coming soon
Health education
Not covered
Counseling services
Not covered
Over-the-counter drug benefits
In-network: $0 copay
Out-of-network: $0 copay, 0% coinsurance
Health transportation (non-emergency)
Coming soon

Diagnostic, Lab, and Imaging Services

Diagnostic radiology services
In-network: $0-$200 copay
Out-of-network: 50% coinsurance
Lab services
In-network: $0 copay
Out-of-network: 50% coinsurance
Outpatient x-rays
In-network: $20 copay
Out-of-network: 50% coinsurance
Diagnostic tests and procedures
In-network: $50 copay
Out-of-network: 50% coinsurance

Emergency and Urgent Care Services

Emergency room care
$110 copay
Worldwide emergency care
Coming soon
Urgent care
$25 copay
Inpatient hospital care
In-network:
Tier 1
$335 per day for days 1-5
$0 per day for days 6-90
$0 per stay
Out-of-network:
50% per stay
Skilled Nursing Facility
In-network:
Tier 1
$0 per day for days 1-20
$200 per day for days 21-100
Out-of-network:
50% per stay
Ground ambulance
In-network: $240 copay
Out-of-network: 50% coinsurance

Mental Health Services

Outpatient individual therapy
In-network: $10 copay
Out-of-network: 50% coinsurance
Outpatient group therapy
In-network: $10 copay
Out-of-network: 50% coinsurance
Inpatient psychiatric hospital care
In-network:
Tier 1
$335 per day for days 1-5
$0 per day for days 6-90
$0 per stay
Out-of-network:
50% per stay

Rehabilitation Services

Physical therapy and speech and language therapy
In-network: $35 copay
Out-of-network: 50% coinsurance
Occupational therapy
In-network: $35 copay
Out-of-network: 50% coinsurance

Medical Equipment and Supplies

Diabetes supplies
In-network: $0 copay
Out-of-network: 50% coinsurance
Durable medical equipment
In-network: 15% coinsurance
Out-of-network: 50% coinsurance
Prosthetics
In-network: 15% coinsurance
Out-of-network: 50% coinsurance

Medicare Part B Drugs

Chemotherapy
In-network: 0%-20% coinsurance
Out-of-network: 50% coinsurance
Other Part B drugs (Medicare-covered)
In-network: 0%-20% coinsurance
Out-of-network: 50% coinsurance

Dental Services

Oral exam
In-network: $0 copay
Out-of-network: 50% coinsurance
Dental x-rays
In-network: $0 copay
Out-of-network: 50% coinsurance
Cleaning
In-network: $0 copay
Out-of-network: 50% coinsurance
Periodontics
In-network: $50-$300 copay
Out-of-network: 50% coinsurance
Endodontics
In-network: $100-$200 copay
Out-of-network: 50% coinsurance
Restorative services
In-network: $15-$400 copay
Out-of-network: 50% coinsurance
Implant services
In-network: $70-$500 copay
Out-of-network: 50% coinsurance
Orthodontics
Not covered
Oral/Maxillofacial surgery
In-network: $40-$100 copay
Out-of-network: 50% coinsurance

Vision Services

Routine eye exam
In-network: $0 copay
Out-of-network: 50% coinsurance
Contact lenses
In-network: $0 copay
Out-of-network: 50% coinsurance
Eyeglass frames only
Not covered
Eyeglass lenses only
Not covered
Eyeglasses (frames & lenses)
In-network: $10 copay
Out-of-network: 50% coinsurance
Upgrades
Not covered

Hearing Services

Hearing exam
In-network: $0 copay
Out-of-network: 95% coinsurance
Fitting/evaluation
In-network: $0 copay
Out-of-network: 95% coinsurance
Prescription hearing aids
In-network: $0-$1475 copay
Out-of-network: 95% coinsurance
OTC hearing aids
Not covered

Additional and Special Needs Services

Adult day health services
Not covered
Home-based palliative care
Not covered
Personal emergency response system
Coming soon
Weight management programs
Not covered
Wigs for chemotherapy-related hair loss
Coming soon
Alternative therapies
Not covered
Massage therapy
Not covered
Home/bathroom safety devices
Not covered

Certain preventive services are covered 100% by CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield Advantage Salute as a Part B benefit.

Prescription Drug Coverage

This plan does not include a Medicare Part D plan for prescriptions.

CMS 5-Star Performance Ratings (Contract ID: H7379)

CMS evaluates Medicare Advantage (Part C) and Part D plans annually using a 5-star rating system. Ratings reflect performance in preventive care, chronic condition management, and member experience.

2027 Medicare Star Ratings for Contract H7379
CMS Measure Star Rating
2027 Overall Rating ☆☆☆☆☆
Staying Healthy: Screenings, Tests, Vaccines ☆☆☆☆☆
Managing Chronic (Long Term) Conditions ☆☆☆☆☆
Member Experience with Health Plan ☆☆☆☆☆
Complaints and Changes in Plans Performance ☆☆☆☆☆
Health Plan Customer Service ☆☆☆☆☆
Drug Plan Customer Service ☆☆☆☆☆
Complaints and Changes in the Drug Plan ☆☆☆☆☆
Member Experience with the Drug Plan ☆☆☆☆☆
Drug Safety and Accuracy of Drug Pricing ☆☆☆☆☆

Contact Information for CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield Medicare Advantage

Website
CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield Medicare Advantage Plan Page
Providers
CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield Medicare Advantage Providers Page
Formulary
CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield Medicare Advantage Formulary Page
Pharmacy
CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield Medicare Advantage Pharmacy Page
New Member Health Plan Help
(888)532-0311
New Member Health Plan TTY
711

Enrollment status and eligibility information are available through the Social Security Administration. Additional information about Medicare Advantage is available at Medicare.gov.

Medicare Advantage Plan Availability

CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield Advantage Salute is available to eligible Medicare beneficiaries residing in Queen Annes County, Maryland, including communities such as Centreville, Chester, Church Hill, Grasonville, Queenstown, Stevensville, Sudlersville, and other areas throughout the county. Enrollment eligibility is based on county of residence, not city.

Medicare Plan Data Sources and Methodology
Primary CMS datasets used for this Medicare Advantage Plan resource.
Data Source Publisher Last Accessed
Landscape Source Files Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services October 5, 2026
Medicare Part C & D Performance Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services October 5, 2026
Plan Benefits Package Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services October 5, 2026
Monthly Enrollment by Contract/Plan/State/County Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services October 5, 2026

Data sources and methodology documentation.

Official plan information and secondary Medicare references.
Publisher Reference Last Accessed
CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield Medicare Advantage (official source) http://carefirst.com/medicareadvantage October 4, 2026
CMS.gov Medicare Advantage Plan Fact Sheet 25 May, 2025
AARP.org The Big Choice: Original Medicare vs. Medicare Advantage 25 May, 2025
Medicare.gov Your coverage options 25 May, 2025

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