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Premier Care (HMO I-SNP) Medicare Special Need Plan H3274-002 • 2026

CMS Rating: ☆☆☆☆☆ (0.0 out of 5 stars*)

Premier Care is a Medicare Institutional plan offered by Align Senior Care for the 2026 plan year. This Special Needs Plan (SNP) is designed for individuals who meet specific eligibility requirements. CMS Plan ID H3274-002 identifies this plan.

Last update: May 1, 2026  
  • Doctor Visits
  • Foot Care
  • Chiropractic
  • Urgent & Emergency
  • Mental Health
  • Rehab Services
  • Equipment & Supplies
  • Diag, Lab, Imaging
  • Part B Drugs
  • Dental
  • Hearing Aids
  • Vision
  • Prescriptions

Premier Care Overview

Medicare Special Needs Plan Overview (2026)
Plan Overview for H3274-002-0
CMS Plan ID:H3274-002-0
Plan Type:HMO I-SNP
Plan Year:2026
Monthly Premium:$0.00
Plus your Medicare Part B premium.
Medical Deductible:$0.00
Maximum Out-of-Pocket:$1900.00 (In-Network)
Part B Give Back:Not offered
Prescription Drug Coverage:Enhanced, $0.00 deductible
Additional Benefits:Dental, Vision, Hearing
Service Area:See List
Enrollment (Nationwide)389 beneficiaries
Provided By:Align Senior Care

Plan Availability

Premier Care (H3274-002-0) is available in the following locations (click to open):

Alameda
Los Angeles
Marin
Orange
Riverside
San Francisco
San Mateo
Santa Clara

Plan Overview and Eligibility

  1. Premier Care is a Medicare I-SNP plan for individuals who are institutionalized or require nursing care.
  2. 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.
  3. To enroll, you must have Medicare Part A and Part B, live in the plan’s service area, and meet institutional or equivalent care requirements.
  4. This plan uses a {network_type} provider network for covered healthcare services.
  5. It replaces Original Medicare and includes Medicare Part D prescription drug coverage. There is no annual deductible. Cost sharing begins with your first prescription.
  6. Benefits and care may be coordinated based on your care setting and needs.
  7. Extra Help may reduce prescription drug premiums, deductibles, and copayments for those who qualify.

Premier Care 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 and Cost Structure

This section outlines in-network costs for primary care and specialist office visits, along with related preventive services.

In-network cost sharing for primary and specialist office visits.
Covered Service In-Network Cost
Primary: In-network: $0 copay
Specialist: In-network: $0 copay

This section outlines in-network costs for preventive and wellness services included in the plan.

In-network cost sharing for preventive and wellness services.
Covered Service In-Network Cost
Annual wellness exam: Not covered
Telehealth benefit: In-network: $0 copay
Routine chiropractic: In-network: $30 copay
Fitness benefits: Not covered
Health education: Not covered
Counseling services: Not covered
Over-the-counter drug benefits: In-network: $0 copay
Health transportation (non-emergency): Not covered

This section outlines in-network costs for diagnostic services, lab tests, x-rays, and other imaging services.

In-network cost sharing for diagnostic, lab, and 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: $0 copay
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.

In-network cost sharing for emergency, urgent care, and inpatient hospital services.
Covered Service In-Network Cost
Emergency room care: $90 copay
Worldwide emergency care: Not covered
Urgent care: $40 copay
Inpatient hospital care: Tier 1 | $0 per stay
Skilled Nursing Facility: Tier 1 | $0 per day for days 1-100
Ground ambulance: In-network: $125 copay

This section outlines in-network costs for mental health services, including outpatient therapy and inpatient psychiatric care.

In-network cost sharing for mental health services.
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 stay

This section outlines in-network costs for rehabilitation services, including physical therapy, speech and language therapy, and occupational therapy.

In-network cost sharing for rehabilitation services.
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.

In-network cost sharing for medical equipment and supplies.
Covered Service In-Network Cost
Diabetes supplies: In-network: $0 copay
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.

In-network cost sharing for 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.

In-network cost sharing for dental services.
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.

In-network cost sharing for vision services and eyewear.
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: In-network: $0 copay

This section outlines in-network cost sharing for hearing-related services, including exams, fittings, and hearing aids.

In-network cost sharing for hearing aids and related services.
Covered Service In-Network Cost
Hearing exam: Not covered
Fitting/evaluation: Not covered
Prescription hearing aids: Not covered
OTC hearing aids: In-network: $0 copay

This section outlines in-network cost sharing for additional and special needs services that may be included in the plan.

In-network cost sharing for additional and special needs services.
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.

Medicare Part D Premium Breakdown for Premier Care (HMO I-SNP)
Part D Premium Component Amount
Basic Part D Premium: $0.00
Supplemental Part D Premium: $0.00
Total Part D Premium: $0.00
Low Income Premium Subsidy: $12.00
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 Align Senior Care begins paying its share.

Drug Plan Out-of-Pocket Costs

In addition to the plan's monthly premium and drug plan deductible, Premier Care has costs that you must pay out-of-pocket when you pick up your prescriptions. The following table details those costs by formulary tier.

Tiered Drug Plan Costs for Premier Care (HMO I-SNP)
Drug Tier Retail Mail Order
Preferred Generic$0.00 copayComing soon
Generic$10.00 copayComing soon
Preferred Brand$45.00 copayComing soon
Non-Preferred Drug$95.00 copayComing soon
Specialty Tier33% coinsuranceComing soon
*Deductible does not apply.

CMS Star Ratings

CMS star ratings reflect how well a Medicare plan performs across key quality measures, such as managing chronic conditions, member satisfaction, and customer service. Ratings range from 1 to 5 stars and are updated each year by Medicare.

CMS Star Ratings for Plan H3274-002-0 – 2026

CMS Star Ratings Breakdown for Premier Care (HMO I-SNP)
CMS Measure Star Rating (out of 5)
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 Align Senior Care

Align Senior Care Plan Contact Details for Premier Care (HMO I-SNP)
Contact Type Details
Website: Align Senior Care Plan Page
New Members: 1-844-305-3879
Existing Members: 1-844-305-3879
Plan Address: PO Box 40 | Glen Burnie, MD 21060

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.

  • Align Senior Care (official source), http://www.alignseniorcare.com — Last accessed April 30, 2026
  • CMS.gov, "Institutional Special Needs Plans (I-SNPs)" — Last accessed April 28, 2026
  • CMS.gov, "Medicare Advantage Plan Fact Sheet" — Last accessed April 28, 2026
  • Medicare.gov, "Joining a plan" — Last accessed April 28, 2026

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