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Aetna Medicare Longevity (PPO I-SNP) Medicare Special Need Plan H5521-461 • 2027

CMS Rating: ☆☆☆☆☆ (4.0 out of 5 stars*)
Monthly Premium
$10.70Plus Part B premium.
Medical Deductible
$0.00
Maximum Out-of-Pocket
$9850.00In-network
Part B Giveback
Not offered
Prescription Coverage
Basic, $700.00 deductible
Additional Benefits
Dental, Vision, Hearing
Service Area
See List
Total Enrollment
1,174 beneficiaries
Last update: October 5, 2026
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  • CMS Star Ratings
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Introduction

Aetna Medicare Longevity is a Medicare Advantage Institutional Special Needs Plan (I-SNP) offered by Aetna Medicare. The plan uses a Preferred Provider Organization (PPO) provider network and includes Medicare Part D prescription drug coverage. For the 2027 plan year, it has a $10.70 monthly premium, $0.00 medical deductible, and $9850.00 in-network maximum out-of-pocket. CMS Plan ID H5521-461 identifies this plan. The 2027 Part D prescription drug deductible is $700.00.

CMS reports 1,174 beneficiaries enrolled across all service areas. You must live in the plan's service area to enroll: See List.

Eligibility

Aetna Medicare Longevity is a Facility-based Institutional (FI-SNP) plan designed for individuals who need nursing-level care.

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 is for individuals living in a long-term care facility.
Service Area Requirement
Must live in the plan's service area
Prescription Drug Coverage
Medicare Part D prescription drug coverage is included.

Plan Benefits

Aetna Medicare Longevity has cost-sharing, meaning there are out-of-pocket costs when receiving covered healthcare services. The tables below detail the most common in-network out-of-pocket expenses for plan H5521-461.

Compare 2027 plan benefits with 2026.

Office Visits

Office visit costs by plan year.
Covered Service 2027 2026
Primary care In-network: $0 copay
Out-of-network: 30% coinsurance
In-network: $5 copay
Out-of-network: 30% coinsurance
Specialist In-network: 20% coinsurance
Out-of-network: 30% coinsurance
In-network: 20% coinsurance
Out-of-network: 30% coinsurance

Preventive and Wellness Services

Preventive and wellness service costs and benefits by plan year.
Covered Service 2027 2026
Annual wellness exam Not covered Not covered
Telehealth benefit In-network: 20% coinsurance In-network: 20% coinsurance
Routine chiropractic Not covered Not covered
Fitness benefits Coming soon Not covered
Health education Not covered Not covered
Counseling services Not covered Not covered
Over-the-counter drug benefits In-network: $0 copay
Out-of-network: $0 copay
In-network: $0 copay
Out-of-network: $0 copay
Health transportation (non-emergency) Coming soon Not covered

Diagnostic, Lab, and Imaging Services

Diagnostic, laboratory, and imaging service costs by plan year.
Covered Service 2027 2026
Diagnostic radiology services In-network: 0%-20% coinsurance
Out-of-network: 30% coinsurance
In-network: 0%-20% coinsurance
Out-of-network: 30% coinsurance
Lab services In-network: $0 copay
Out-of-network: 30% coinsurance
In-network: $0 copay
Out-of-network: 30% coinsurance
Outpatient x-rays In-network: 20% coinsurance
Out-of-network: 30% coinsurance
In-network: 20% coinsurance
Out-of-network: 30% coinsurance
Diagnostic tests and procedures In-network: 0%-20% coinsurance
Out-of-network: 30% coinsurance
In-network: 0%-20% coinsurance
Out-of-network: 30% coinsurance

Emergency and Urgent Care Services

Emergency, urgent care, hospital, ambulance, and skilled nursing costs by plan year.
Covered Service 2027 2026
Emergency room care $115 copay $115 copay
Worldwide emergency care Coming soon Not covered
Urgent care $40 copay $40 copay
Inpatient hospital care In-network:
Tier 1
$2,050 per stay
Out-of-network:
30% per stay
In-network:
Tier 1
$0 per day for days 1-60
$419 per day for days 61-90
$838 per day for days 91-150
Out-of-network:
30% per stay
Skilled Nursing Facility In-network:
Tier 1
$0 per day for days 1-100
Out-of-network:
30% per stay
In-network:
Tier 1
$0 per day for days 1-100
Out-of-network:
30% per stay
Ground ambulance In-network: 20% coinsurance
Out-of-network: 20% coinsurance
In-network: 20% coinsurance
Out-of-network: 20% coinsurance

Mental Health Services

Mental health therapy and inpatient psychiatric care costs by plan year.
Covered Service 2027 2026
Outpatient individual therapy In-network: 20% coinsurance
Out-of-network: 30% coinsurance
In-network: 20% coinsurance
Out-of-network: 30% coinsurance
Outpatient group therapy In-network: 20% coinsurance
Out-of-network: 30% coinsurance
In-network: 20% coinsurance
Out-of-network: 30% coinsurance
Inpatient psychiatric hospital care In-network:
Tier 1
$2,050 per stay
Out-of-network:
30% per stay
In-network:
Tier 1
$0 per day for days 1-60
$419 per day for days 61-90
$838 per day for days 91-150
Out-of-network:
30% per stay

Rehabilitation Services

Physical, speech, and occupational therapy costs by plan year.
Covered Service 2027 2026
Physical therapy and speech and language therapy In-network: $0 copay
Out-of-network: 30% coinsurance
In-network: $0 copay
Out-of-network: 30% coinsurance
Occupational therapy In-network: $0 copay
Out-of-network: 30% coinsurance
In-network: $0 copay
Out-of-network: 30% coinsurance

Medical Equipment and Supplies

Diabetes supplies, durable medical equipment, and prosthetic costs by plan year.
Covered Service 2027 2026
Diabetes supplies In-network: 20% coinsurance
Out-of-network: 20% coinsurance
In-network: 20% coinsurance
Out-of-network: 20% coinsurance
Durable medical equipment In-network: 20% coinsurance
Out-of-network: 30% coinsurance
In-network: 20% coinsurance
Out-of-network: 30% coinsurance
Prosthetics In-network: 20% coinsurance
Out-of-network: 30% coinsurance
In-network: 20% coinsurance
Out-of-network: 30% coinsurance

Medicare Part B Drugs

Chemotherapy and other Medicare Part B-covered drug costs by plan year.
Covered Service 2027 2026
Chemotherapy In-network: 0%-20% coinsurance
Out-of-network: 30% coinsurance
In-network: 0%-20% coinsurance
Out-of-network: 30% coinsurance
Other Part B drugs (Medicare-covered) In-network: 0%-20% coinsurance
Out-of-network: 30% coinsurance
In-network: 0%-20% coinsurance
Out-of-network: 30% coinsurance

Dental Services

Preventive and comprehensive dental service costs by plan year.
Covered Service 2027 2026
Oral exam In-network: $0 copay
Out-of-network: $0 copay
In-network: $0 copay
Out-of-network: $0 copay
Dental x-rays In-network: $0 copay
Out-of-network: $0 copay
In-network: $0 copay
Out-of-network: $0 copay
Cleaning In-network: $0 copay
Out-of-network: $0 copay
In-network: $0 copay
Out-of-network: $0 copay
Periodontics In-network: $0 copay
Out-of-network: $0 copay
In-network: $0 copay
Out-of-network: $0 copay
Endodontics In-network: $0 copay
Out-of-network: $0 copay
In-network: $0 copay
Out-of-network: $0 copay
Restorative services In-network: $0 copay
Out-of-network: $0 copay
In-network: $0 copay
Out-of-network: $0 copay
Implant services Not covered Not covered
Orthodontics Not covered Not covered
Oral/Maxillofacial surgery In-network: $0 copay
Out-of-network: $0 copay
In-network: $0 copay
Out-of-network: $0 copay

Vision Services

Routine eye exams, contact lenses, and eyewear costs by plan year.
Covered Service 2027 2026
Routine eye exam In-network: $0 copay
Out-of-network: $0 copay
In-network: $0 copay
Out-of-network: 0% coinsurance
Contact lenses In-network: $0 copay
Out-of-network: $0 copay
In-network: $0 copay
Out-of-network: $0 copay
Eyeglass frames only In-network: $0 copay
Out-of-network: $0 copay
In-network: $0 copay
Out-of-network: $0 copay
Eyeglass lenses only In-network: $0 copay
Out-of-network: $0 copay
In-network: $0 copay
Out-of-network: $0 copay
Eyeglasses (frames & lenses) In-network: $0 copay
Out-of-network: $0 copay
In-network: $0 copay
Out-of-network: $0 copay
Upgrades In-network: $0 copay
Out-of-network: $0 copay
In-network: $0 copay
Out-of-network: $0 copay

Hearing Services

Hearing exams, fittings, and hearing aid costs by plan year.
Covered Service 2027 2026
Hearing exam In-network: $0 copay
Out-of-network: 30% coinsurance
In-network: $0 copay
Out-of-network: 30% coinsurance
Fitting/evaluation In-network: $0 copay
Out-of-network: 30% coinsurance
In-network: $0 copay
Out-of-network: 30% coinsurance
Prescription hearing aids In-network: $0 copay
Out-of-network: $0 copay
In-network: $0 copay
Out-of-network: $0 copay
OTC hearing aids Not covered Not covered

Additional and Special Needs Services

Additional and special needs service costs and benefits by plan year.
Covered Service 2027 2026
Adult day health services Not covered Not covered
Home-based palliative care Not covered Not covered
Personal emergency response system Coming soon Not covered
Weight management programs Not covered Not covered
Wigs for chemotherapy-related hair loss Coming soon Not covered
Alternative therapies In-network: $0 copay
Out-of-network: $0 copay
In-network: $0 copay
Out-of-network: $0 copay
Massage therapy Not covered Not covered
Home/bathroom safety devices Not covered Not covered

Certain preventive services are covered 100% by Aetna Medicare Longevity as a Part B benefit.

Prescription Drug Coverage

Aetna Medicare Longevity 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 Advantage 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.

Aetna Medicare Longevity (H5521-461-0) Prescription Drug Plan Premium Details
Part D Premium Component Amount
Basic Part D Premium:$10.70
Supplemental Part D Premium:$0.00
Total Part D Premium:$10.70
Low-Income Premium Subsidy:$40.45
Low-Income Premium Subsidy Paid by CMS:$10.70
Low-Income Subsidy Premium:$0.00

For more details, visit the Social Security Extra Help program .

Prescription Drug Plan Deductible

This plan has a $700.00 annual Part D deductible. You'll pay this deductible at the pharmacy before Aetna Medicare starts contributing towards your prescription costs.

Prescription Drug Plan Out-of-Pocket Costs

Beyond premiums and deductibles, Aetna Medicare Longevity may have additional costs at pharmacies. The table below outlines out-of-pocket expenses by drug tier.

Aetna Medicare Longevity (H5521-461-0) Pharmacy Out-of-Pocket Costs by Drug Tier
Drug Tier Retail Mail Order
Brand-name drugs25% coinsurance25% coinsurance
Generic drugs25% coinsurance25% coinsurance
*Deductible does not apply.

CMS 5-Star Performance Ratings (Contract ID: H5521)

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.

2027 Medicare Star Ratings for Contract H5521
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 Aetna Medicare

Website
Aetna Medicare Plan Page
Providers
Aetna Medicare Providers Page
Formulary
Aetna Medicare Formulary Page
Pharmacy
Aetna Medicare Pharmacy Page
New Member Health Plan Help
(833)217-9081
New Member Health Plan TTY
711
New Member Part D Help
(833)217-9081
New Member Part D TTY Users
711

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

Plan Availability

Aetna Medicare Longevity (H5521-461-0) is available in the following locations (click to open):

Albany
Allegany
Bronx
Broome
Cattaraugus
Cayuga
Chautauqua
Chemung
Chenango
Clinton
Columbia
Cortland
Delaware
Dutchess
Erie
Essex
Franklin
Fulton
Genesee
Greene
Hamilton
Herkimer
Jefferson
Kings
Lewis
Livingston
Madison
Monroe
Montgomery
Nassau
New York
Niagara
Oneida
Onondaga
Ontario
Orange
Orleans
Oswego
Otsego
Putnam
Queens
Rensselaer
Richmond
Rockland
Saint Lawrence
Saratoga
Schenectady
Schoharie
Schuyler
Seneca
Steuben
Suffolk
Sullivan
Tioga
Tompkins
Ulster
Warren
Washington
Wayne
Westchester
Wyoming
Yates
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
Aetna Medicare (official source) http://www.aetnamedicare.com October 4, 2026
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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