Great Plains Medicare Advantage (HMO I-SNP) H7511-001 • 2026 • Nemaha County, NE
Great Plains Medicare Advantage is a Medicare Institutional plan offered by Great Plains Medicare Advantage for the 2026 plan year. It is identified by CMS Plan ID H7511-001 and serves individuals who meet defined eligibility criteria.
Great Plains Medicare Advantage Overview
Plan Overview for
H7511-001-0
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| CMS Plan ID: |
H7511-001-0
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| Plan Type: | HMO I-SNP |
| Plan Year: | 2026 |
| Monthly Premium: |
$33.90
Plus your Medicare Part B premium. |
| Medical Deductible: | $0.00 |
| Maximum Out-of-Pocket: | $9070.00 (In-Network) |
| Part B Give Back: | Not offered |
| Prescription Drug Coverage: | Basic, $615.00 deductible |
| Additional Benefits: | Dental, Vision, Hearing |
| Service Area: | Nemaha County, NE |
| Enrollment (Nationwide): | 412 beneficiaries |
| Enrollment (CMS – Local) | 19 beneficiaries in Nemaha County |
| Provided By: | Great Plains Medicare Advantage |
Plan Overview and Eligibility
- Great Plains Medicare Advantage is a Medicare I-SNP plan for individuals who are institutionalized or require nursing care.
- This plan accomodates individuals in a long-term care facility. It is also available to people who need the level of care given in a long-term care facility who can remain at home or live in an assisted living facility.
| Special Needs Plan Type: | Institutional Special Needs Plan (I-SNP) |
|---|---|
| Medicare Requirement: | Must have Medicare Part A and Part B |
| Special Needs Requirement: | This plan accomodates individuals in a long-term care facility. It is also available to people who need the level of care given in a long-term care facility who can remain at home or live in an assisted living facility. |
| Service Area Requirement: | Must live in the plan's service area |
| Prescription Drug Coverage: | Medicare Part D prescription drug coverage is included. |
Great Plains Medicare Advantage operates on a Health Maintenance Organization (HMO) network. Members usually access care through in-network providers, and referrals are often needed for specialty services. The plan covers emergency services and out-of-area dialysis regardless of network status.
Covered Services & Costs
This section outlines in-network costs for primary care and specialist office visits, along with related preventive services.
| Covered Service | In-Network Cost |
|---|---|
| Primary: | In-network: $0 copay |
| Specialist: | In-network: 20% coinsurance |
This section outlines in-network costs for preventive and wellness services included in the plan.
| Covered Service | In-Network Cost |
|---|---|
| Annual wellness exam: | Not covered |
| Telehealth benefit: | In-network: 0%-20% coinsurance |
| Routine chiropractic: | In-network: 20% coinsurance |
| Fitness benefits: | Not covered |
| Health education: | Not covered |
| Counseling services: | Not covered |
| Over-the-counter drug benefits: | Not covered |
| Health transportation (non-emergency): | In-network: $0 copay |
This section outlines in-network costs for diagnostic services, lab tests, x-rays, and other imaging services.
| Covered Service | In-Network Cost |
|---|---|
| Diagnostic radiology services: | In-network: 20% coinsurance |
| Lab services: | In-network: $0 copay |
| Outpatient x-rays: | In-network: 20% coinsurance |
| Diagnostic tests and procedures: | In-network: 20% coinsurance |
This section outlines in-network costs for emergency services, urgent care, ambulance transportation, inpatient hospital stays, and skilled nursing facility care.
| Covered Service | In-Network Cost |
|---|---|
| Emergency room care: | $90 copay |
| Worldwide emergency care: | Not covered |
| Urgent care: | 20% coinsurance |
| Inpatient hospital care: | Tier 1 | $0 per day for days 1-60 | $419 per day for days 61-90 | $838 per day for days 91-150 |
| Skilled Nursing Facility: | Tier 1 | $0 per day for days 1-20 | $209.5 per day for days 21-100 |
| Ground ambulance: | In-network: 20% coinsurance |
This section outlines in-network costs for mental health services, including outpatient therapy and inpatient psychiatric care.
| Covered Service | In-Network Cost |
|---|---|
| Outpatient individual therapy: | In-network: 20% coinsurance |
| Outpatient group therapy: | In-network: 20% coinsurance |
| Inpatient psychiatric hospital care: | Tier 1 | $0 per day for days 1-60 | $419 per day for days 61-90 | $838 per day for days 91-150 |
This section outlines in-network costs for rehabilitation services, including physical therapy, speech and language therapy, and occupational therapy.
| Covered Service | In-Network Cost |
|---|---|
| Physical therapy and speech and language therapy: | In-network: 20% coinsurance |
| Occupational therapy: | In-network: 20% coinsurance |
This section outlines in-network costs for medical equipment and supplies, including diabetes supplies, durable medical equipment, and prosthetics.
| Covered Service | In-Network Cost |
|---|---|
| Diabetes supplies: | In-network: 20% coinsurance |
| Durable medical equipment: | In-network: 20% coinsurance |
| Prosthetics: | In-network: 20% coinsurance |
This section outlines in-network cost sharing for chemotherapy and other Medicare Part B-covered drugs.
| Covered Service | In-Network Cost |
|---|---|
| Chemotherapy: | In-network: 0%-20% coinsurance |
| Other Part B drugs (Medicare-covered): | In-network: 0%-20% coinsurance |
This section outlines in-network cost sharing for dental services, including preventive care, exams, x-rays, cleanings, and comprehensive dental procedures.
| Covered Service | In-Network Cost |
|---|---|
| Oral exam: | In-network: $0 copay |
| Dental x-rays: | In-network: $0 copay |
| Cleaning: | In-network: $0 copay |
| Periodontics: | In-network: $0 copay |
| Endodontics: | In-network: $0 copay |
| Restorative services: | In-network: $0 copay |
| Implant services: | In-network: $0 copay |
| Orthodontics: | Not covered |
| Oral/Maxillofacial surgery: | In-network: $0 copay |
This section outlines in-network cost sharing for vision services, including eye exams, eyeglasses, and contact lenses.
| Covered Service | In-Network Cost |
|---|---|
| Routine eye exam: | In-network: $0 copay |
| Contact lenses: | In-network: $0 copay |
| Eyeglass frames only: | Not covered |
| Eyeglass lenses only: | Not covered |
| Eyeglasses (frames & lenses): | In-network: $0 copay |
| Upgrades: | In-network: $0 copay |
This section outlines in-network cost sharing for hearing-related services, including exams, fittings, and hearing aids.
| Covered Service | In-Network Cost |
|---|---|
| Hearing exam: | In-network: $0 copay |
| Fitting/evaluation: | In-network: $0 copay |
| Prescription hearing aids: | In-network: $0 copay |
| OTC hearing aids: | Not covered |
This section outlines in-network cost sharing for additional and special needs services that may be included in the plan.
| Covered Service | In-Network Cost |
|---|---|
| Adult day health services: | Not covered |
| Home-based palliative care: | Not covered |
| Personal emergency response system: | Not covered |
| Weight management programs: | Not covered |
| Wigs for chemotherapy-related hair loss: | Not covered |
| Alternative therapies: | Not covered |
| Massage therapy: | Not covered |
| Home/bathroom safety devices: | Not covered |
Certain preventive services are covered 100% by Great Plains Medicare Advantage as a Part B benefit.
Prescription Drug Coverage
Great Plains Medicare Advantage includes a Medicare Part D prescription drug plan (PDP). Plan type and coverage level are defined by CMS and may vary between basic and enhanced benefit designs.
Prescription Drug Plan Premium
The Part D prescription drug plan premium is included in the overall Medicare Special Needs Plan cost. Additional adjustments may apply through the Low-Income Subsidy (LIS) program, also known as Extra Help, administered by Social Security. LIS benefits are separate from Medicare Special Needs Plan coverage.
| Basic Part D Premium: | $33.90 |
|---|---|
| Supplemental Part D Premium: | $0.00 |
| Total Part D Premium: | $33.90 |
| Low-Income Premium Subsidy: | $41.47 |
| Low-Income Premium Subsidy Paid by CMS: | $33.90 |
| Low-Income Subsidy Premium: | $0.00 |
For more details, visit the Social Security Extra Help program .
Prescription Drug Plan Deductible
This plan has a $615.00 annual Part D deductible. You'll pay this deductible at the pharmacy before Great Plains Medicare Advantage starts contributing towards your prescription costs.
Prescription Drug Plan Out-of-Pocket Costs
Beyond premiums and deductibles, Great Plains Medicare Advantage may have additional costs at pharmacies. The table below outlines out-of-pocket expenses by drug tier.
| Drug Tier | Retail | Mail Order |
|---|---|---|
| Brand-name drugs | 25% coinsurance | Coming soon |
| Generic drugs | 25% coinsurance | Coming soon |
| *Deductible does not apply. | ||
Plan Star Ratings
Medicare assigns star ratings to plans based on quality and performance across multiple measures, including customer service, member experience, and health outcomes. Ratings are updated annually by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) and are shown on a 1 to 5 star scale, with 5 stars representing the highest quality.
| CMS Measure | Star Rating |
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| 2026 Overall Rating | |
| Staying Healthy: Screenings, Tests, Vaccines | Not enough data available |
| Managing Chronic (Long Term) Conditions | Not enough data available |
| Member Experience with Health Plan | Not enough data available |
| Complaints and Changes in Plans Performance | Not enough data available |
| Health Plan Customer Service | Not enough data available |
| Drug Plan Customer Service | |
| Complaints and Changes in the Drug Plan | Not enough data available |
| Member Experience with the Drug Plan | Not enough data available |
| Drug Safety and Accuracy of Drug Pricing |
Contact Information for Great Plains Medicare Advantage
| Contact Type | Details |
|---|---|
| Website: | Great Plains Medicare Advantage Plan Page |
| New Members: | 1-877-492-5189 |
| Existing Members: | 1-877-492-5189 |
| Plan Address: | 4800 W 57th St | Sioux Falls, SD 57108 |
Enrollment status and eligibility information are available through the Social Security Administration . Additional information about Medicare Advantage is available at medicare.gov .
| Data Source | Publisher | Last Accessed |
|---|---|---|
| Landscape Source Files | Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services | September 8, 2026 |
| Medicare Part C & D Performance | Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services | September 8, 2026 |
| Plan Benefits Package | Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services | September 8, 2026 |
| Monthly Enrollment by Contract/Plan/State/County | Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services | September 8, 2026 |
Data sources and methodology documentation.
| Publisher | Reference | Last Accessed |
|---|---|---|
| Great Plains Medicare Advantage (official source) | http://www.greatplainsmedicareadvantage.com | October 13, 2025 |
| CMS.gov | Institutional Special Needs Plans (I-SNPs) | April 28, 2026 |
| Medicare.gov | Understanding Medicare Advantage Plans | April 28, 2026 |
| NCOA.org | 5 Steps to Choosing the Right Medicare Plan for You | April 28, 2026 |
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