SCAN Embrace (HMO-POS I-SNP)
Medicare Special Need Plan H1822-005 • 2026
SCAN Embrace (HMO-POS I-SNP) Medicare Special Need Plan H1822-005 • 2026
This Medicare Institutional plan, identified by CMS Plan ID H1822-005, is offered by SCAN Health Plan for the 2026 plan year. As a Special Needs Plan (SNP), it serves individuals with defined eligibility criteria.
SCAN Embrace Overview
Plan Overview for H1822-005-0 | |
|---|---|
| CMS Plan ID: | H1822-005-0 |
| Plan Type: | HMO-POS I-SNP |
| Plan Year: | 2026 |
| Monthly Premium: | $0.00 Plus your Medicare Part B premium. |
| Medical Deductible: | $0.00 |
| Maximum Out-of-Pocket: | $1500.00 (In-Network) |
| Part B Give Back: | −$5.00 reduction |
| Prescription Drug Coverage: | Enhanced, $0.00 deductible |
| Additional Benefits: | Dental, Vision, Hearing |
| Service Area: | See List |
| Enrollment (Nationwide) | 880 beneficiaries |
| Provided By: | SCAN Health Plan |
Plan Availability
SCAN Embrace (H1822-005-0) is available in the following locations (click to open):
Plan Overview and Eligibility
What You Need to Know
- SCAN Embrace is a Medicare I-SNP plan designed for individuals who require institutional or nursing-level 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.
- You must have Medicare Part A and Part B, live in the plan’s service area, and meet institutional care requirements to qualify.
- This is a {network_type} plan, which defines how you access providers and services.
- The plan includes Medicare Part D prescription drug coverage. There is no annual deductible. Cost sharing begins with your first prescription.
- Benefits are structured to support individuals receiving ongoing care.
- Extra Help may reduce prescription drug costs for eligible individuals.
SCAN Embrace operates on a Health Maintenance Organization Point-of-Service (HMO-POS) network. Members usually access care through in-network providers, with referrals often needed for specialty services. Limited out-of-network care may be available, typically at higher out-of-pocket costs. Emergency services and out-of-area dialysis are covered.
Covered Services and Cost Structure
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: $0 copay | Out-of-network: $10 copay |
This section outlines in-network costs for preventive and wellness services included in the plan.
| Covered Service | In-Network Cost |
|---|---|
| Annual wellness exam: | In-network: $0 copay |
| Telehealth benefit: | In-network: $0 copay |
| Routine chiropractic: | Not covered |
| Fitness benefits: | In-network: $0 copay |
| Health education: | In-network: $0 copay |
| Counseling services: | Not covered |
| Over-the-counter drug benefits: | In-network: $0 copay |
| 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: $0-$125 copay | Out-of-network: $0-$125 copay |
| Lab services: | In-network: $0 copay | Out-of-network: $0 copay, 0% coinsurance |
| Outpatient x-rays: | In-network: $0 copay | Out-of-network: $0 copay, 0% coinsurance |
| Diagnostic tests and procedures: | In-network: $0 copay | Out-of-network: $0 copay, 0% 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: | $120 copay |
| Worldwide emergency care: | $120 copay |
| Urgent care: | $0 copay |
| Inpatient hospital care: | In-network: | Tier 1 | $150 per day for days 1-5 | $0 per day for days 6-90 | $0 per stay |
| Skilled Nursing Facility: | In-network: | Tier 1 | Tier 2 | $0 copay |
| Ground ambulance: | In-network: $200 copay |
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: $0 copay | Out-of-network: $10 copay |
| Outpatient group therapy: | In-network: $0 copay | Out-of-network: $10 copay |
| Inpatient psychiatric hospital care: | In-network: | Tier 1 | $150 per day for days 1-5 | $0 per day for days 6-90 | $0 per stay |
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: $0 copay |
| Occupational therapy: | In-network: $0 copay |
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: $0 copay |
| Durable medical equipment: | In-network: 0%-20% coinsurance |
| Prosthetics: | In-network: 0%-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 | Out-of-network: $0 copay, 0% coinsurance |
| Endodontics: | In-network: $0 copay | Out-of-network: $0 copay, 0% coinsurance |
| Restorative services: | In-network: $0 copay | Out-of-network: $0 copay, 0% coinsurance |
| Implant services: | In-network: $0 copay | Out-of-network: $0 copay, 0% coinsurance |
| Orthodontics: | Not covered |
| Oral/Maxillofacial surgery: | In-network: $0 copay | Out-of-network: $0 copay, 0% coinsurance |
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: | In-network: $0 copay |
| Eyeglass lenses only: | In-network: $0 copay |
| Eyeglasses (frames & lenses): | In-network: $0 copay |
| Upgrades: | Not covered |
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 |
Prescription Drug Plan Costs & Benefits
Prescription Drug Plan Premium
The following table outlines the prescription drug plan premium details of this plan.
| Part D Premium Component | Amount |
|---|---|
| Basic Part D Premium: | $-29.30 |
| Supplemental Part D Premium: | $29.30 |
| Total Part D Premium: | $0.00 |
| Low Income Premium Subsidy: | $16.95 |
| Low Income Premium Subsidy CMS Pays: | $0.00 |
| Low Income Subsidy Premium: | $0.00 |
For more information about the Low Income Subsidy, refer to the Social Security Extra Help page.
Drug Plan Deductible
The prescription drug annual deductible with this plan is $0.00. This is the amount you must pay at the pharmacy before SCAN Health Plan begins paying its share.
Drug Plan Out-of-Pocket Costs
In addition to the plan's monthly premium and drug plan deductible, SCAN Embrace has costs that you must pay out-of-pocket when you pick up your prescriptions. The following table details those costs by formulary tier.
| Drug Tier | Retail | Mail Order |
|---|---|---|
| Preferred Generic | $0.00 copay | Coming soon |
| Generic | $0.00 copay | Coming soon |
| Preferred Brand | $42.00 copay | Coming soon |
| Non-Preferred Drug | 35% coinsurance | Coming soon |
| Specialty Tier | 33% coinsurance | Coming soon |
| *Deductible does not apply. | ||
CMS 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 Star Ratings for Plan H1822-005-0 – 2026
| CMS Measure | Star Rating (out of 5) |
|---|---|
| 2026 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 | Not enough data available |
| 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 SCAN Health Plan
| Contact Type | Details |
|---|---|
| Website: | SCAN Health Plan Plan Page |
| New Members: | 1-866-490-7226 |
| Existing Members: | 1-855-828-7226 |
| Plan Address: | 3800 Kilroy Airport Way | Suite 100 | Long Beach, CA 90806 |
Enrollment status and eligibility information are available through the Social Security Administration. Additional information about Medicare Advantage is available at medicare.gov.
- CMS.gov, Landscape Source Files — Last accessed May 2, 2026
- CMS.gov, Medicare Part C & D Performance — Last accessed May 2, 2026
- CMS.gov, Plan Benefits Package — Last accessed May 2, 2026
- CMS.gov, Monthly Enrollment by Contract/Plan/State/County — Last accessed May 2, 2026
Data sources and methodology documentation.
- SCAN Health Plan (official source), http://www.scandeserthealthplan.com — Last accessed April 30, 2026
- CMS.gov, "Institutional Special Needs Plans (I-SNPs)" — Last accessed April 28, 2026
- Medicare.gov, "Understanding Medicare Advantage Plans" — Last accessed April 28, 2026
- AARP.org, "The Big Choice: Original Medicare vs. Medicare Advantage" — Last accessed April 28, 2026
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