HMSA Akamai Advantage Dual Care (PPO D-SNP) Medicare Special Need Plan H8481-001 • 2027
- Monthly Premium
- $17.10Plus 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
- 4,680 beneficiaries
Introduction
HMSA Akamai Advantage Dual Care is a Medicare Advantage Dual-Eligible Special Needs Plan (D-SNP) offered by HMSA Akamai Advantage Dual Care. 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 $17.10 monthly premium, $0.00 medical deductible, and $9850.00 in-network maximum out-of-pocket. CMS Plan ID H8481-001 identifies this plan. The 2027 Part D prescription drug deductible is $700.00.
CMS reports 4,680 beneficiaries enrolled across all service areas. You must live in the plan's service area to enroll: See List.
Eligibility
HMSA Akamai Advantage Dual Care is a Medicare D-SNP plan for dual-eligible beneficiaries (Medicare and Medicaid).
- Special Needs Plan Type
- Dual-Eligible Special Needs Plan (D-SNP)
- Medicare Requirement
- Medicare Part A and Part B
- Special Needs Requirement
- Must qualify for Medicaid
- Service Area Requirement
- Must live in the plan's service area
- Prescription Drug Coverage
- Medicare Part D prescription drug coverage is included.
Plan Benefits
HMSA Akamai Advantage Dual Care 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 H8481-001.
Compare 2027 plan benefits with 2026.
Office Visits
| Covered Service | 2027 | 2026 |
|---|---|---|
| Primary care | In-network: $0 copay Out-of-network: $0 copay |
In-network: $0 copay Out-of-network: $0 copay |
| Specialist | In-network: $0 copay Out-of-network: $0 copay |
In-network: $0 copay Out-of-network: $0 copay |
Preventive and Wellness Services
| Covered Service | 2027 | 2026 |
|---|---|---|
| Annual wellness exam | In-network: $0 copay Out-of-network: $0 copay |
In-network: $0 copay |
| Telehealth benefit | In-network: $0 copay | In-network: $0 copay |
| Routine chiropractic | Not covered | Not covered |
| Fitness benefits | Coming soon | In-network: $0-$580 copay Out-of-network: $0-$580 copay |
| 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, 0% coinsurance |
In-network: $0 copay Out-of-network: $0 copay, 0% coinsurance |
| Health transportation (non-emergency) | Coming soon | Not covered |
Diagnostic, Lab, and Imaging Services
| Covered Service | 2027 | 2026 |
|---|---|---|
| Diagnostic radiology services | In-network: $0 copay Out-of-network: $0 copay |
In-network: $0 copay Out-of-network: $0 copay |
| Lab services | In-network: $0 copay Out-of-network: $0 copay |
In-network: $0 copay Out-of-network: $0 copay |
| Outpatient x-rays | In-network: $0 copay Out-of-network: $0 copay |
In-network: $0 copay Out-of-network: $0 copay |
| Diagnostic tests and procedures | In-network: $0 copay Out-of-network: $0 copay |
In-network: $0 copay Out-of-network: $0 copay |
Emergency and Urgent Care Services
| Covered Service | 2027 | 2026 |
|---|---|---|
| Emergency room care | $0 copay | $0 copay |
| Worldwide emergency care | Coming soon | Not covered |
| Urgent care | $0 copay | $0 copay |
| Inpatient hospital care | In-network: Tier 1 $0 per day for days 1-60 $0 per day for days 61-90 $0 per day for days 91-150 Out-of-network: $0 per day for days 1-60 $0 per day for days 61-90 $0 per day for days 91-150 |
In-network: Tier 1 $0 per day for days 1-60 $0 per day for days 61-90 $0 per day for days 91-150 Out-of-network: $0 per day for days 1-60 $0 per day for days 61-90 $0 per day for days 91-150 |
| Skilled Nursing Facility | In-network: Tier 1 $0 per day for days 1-20 $0 per day for days 21-100 Out-of-network: |
In-network: Tier 1 $0 per day for days 1-20 $209.5 per day for days 21-100 Out-of-network: $0 per day for days 1-20 $0 per day for days 21-100 |
| Ground ambulance | In-network: $0 copay Out-of-network: $0 copay |
In-network: $0 copay Out-of-network: $0 copay |
Mental Health Services
| Covered Service | 2027 | 2026 |
|---|---|---|
| Outpatient individual therapy | In-network: $0 copay Out-of-network: $0 copay |
In-network: $0 copay Out-of-network: $0 copay |
| Outpatient group therapy | In-network: $0 copay Out-of-network: $0 copay |
In-network: $0 copay Out-of-network: $0 copay |
| Inpatient psychiatric hospital care | In-network: Tier 1 $0 per day for days 1-60 $0 per day for days 61-90 $0 per day for days 91-150 Out-of-network: $0 per day for days 1-60 $0 per day for days 61-90 $0 per day for days 91-150 |
In-network: Tier 1 $0 per day for days 1-60 $0 per day for days 61-90 $0 per day for days 91-150 Out-of-network: $0 per day for days 1-60 $0 per day for days 61-90 $0 per day for days 91-150 |
Rehabilitation Services
| Covered Service | 2027 | 2026 |
|---|---|---|
| Physical therapy and speech and language therapy | In-network: $0 copay Out-of-network: $0 copay |
In-network: $0 copay Out-of-network: $0 copay |
| Occupational therapy | In-network: $0 copay Out-of-network: $0 copay |
In-network: $0 copay Out-of-network: $0 copay |
Medical Equipment and Supplies
| Covered Service | 2027 | 2026 |
|---|---|---|
| Diabetes supplies | In-network: $0 copay Out-of-network: $0 copay |
In-network: $0 copay Out-of-network: $0 copay |
| Durable medical equipment | In-network: $0 copay Out-of-network: $0 copay |
In-network: $0 copay Out-of-network: $0 copay |
| Prosthetics | In-network: $0 copay Out-of-network: $0 copay |
In-network: $0 copay Out-of-network: $0 copay |
Medicare Part B Drugs
| Covered Service | 2027 | 2026 |
|---|---|---|
| Chemotherapy | In-network: $0 copay Out-of-network: $0 copay |
In-network: $0 copay Out-of-network: $0 copay |
| Other Part B drugs (Medicare-covered) | In-network: $0 copay Out-of-network: $0 copay |
In-network: $0 copay Out-of-network: $0 copay |
Dental Services
| Covered Service | 2027 | 2026 |
|---|---|---|
| Oral exam | In-network: $0 copay Out-of-network: 30% coinsurance |
In-network: $0 copay Out-of-network: 30% coinsurance |
| Dental x-rays | In-network: $0 copay Out-of-network: 30% coinsurance |
In-network: $0 copay Out-of-network: 30% coinsurance |
| Cleaning | In-network: $0 copay Out-of-network: 30% coinsurance |
In-network: $0 copay Out-of-network: 30% coinsurance |
| Periodontics | In-network: $0 copay Out-of-network: 30% coinsurance |
In-network: $0 copay Out-of-network: 30% coinsurance |
| Endodontics | In-network: $0 copay Out-of-network: 30% coinsurance |
In-network: $0 copay Out-of-network: 30% coinsurance |
| Restorative services | In-network: $0 copay Out-of-network: 30% coinsurance |
In-network: $0 copay Out-of-network: 30% coinsurance |
| Implant services | Not covered | Not covered |
| Orthodontics | Not covered | Not covered |
| Oral/Maxillofacial surgery | In-network: $0 copay Out-of-network: 30% coinsurance |
In-network: $0 copay Out-of-network: 30% coinsurance |
Vision Services
| Covered Service | 2027 | 2026 |
|---|---|---|
| Routine eye exam | In-network: $0 copay Out-of-network: 30% coinsurance |
In-network: $0 copay Out-of-network: 30% coinsurance |
| Contact lenses | In-network: $0 copay Out-of-network: $0 copay, 0% coinsurance |
In-network: $0 copay Out-of-network: $0 copay, 0% coinsurance |
| Eyeglass frames only | In-network: $0 copay Out-of-network: $0 copay, 0% coinsurance |
In-network: $0 copay Out-of-network: $0 copay, 0% coinsurance |
| Eyeglass lenses only | In-network: $0 copay Out-of-network: $0 copay, 0% coinsurance |
In-network: $0 copay Out-of-network: $0 copay, 0% coinsurance |
| Eyeglasses (frames & lenses) | In-network: $0 copay Out-of-network: $0 copay, 0% coinsurance |
In-network: $0 copay Out-of-network: $0 copay, 0% coinsurance |
| Upgrades | In-network: $0 copay Out-of-network: $0 copay, 0% coinsurance |
In-network: $0 copay Out-of-network: $0 copay, 0% coinsurance |
Hearing Services
| Covered Service | 2027 | 2026 |
|---|---|---|
| Hearing exam | Not covered | Not covered |
| Fitting/evaluation | Not covered | Not covered |
| Prescription hearing aids | Not covered | Not covered |
| OTC hearing aids | Not covered | Not covered |
Additional and Special Needs Services
| Covered Service | 2027 | 2026 |
|---|---|---|
| Adult day health services | Not covered | Not covered |
| Home-based palliative care | In-network: $0 copay Out-of-network: $0 copay |
In-network: $0 copay Out-of-network: $0 copay |
| 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 | Not covered | Not covered |
| Massage therapy | Not covered | Not covered |
| Home/bathroom safety devices | Not covered | Not covered |
Certain preventive services are covered 100% by HMSA Akamai Advantage Dual Care as a Part B benefit.
Prescription Drug Coverage
HMSA Akamai Advantage Dual Care 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.
| Part D Premium Component | Amount |
|---|---|
| Basic Part D Premium: | $17.10 |
| Supplemental Part D Premium: | $0.00 |
| Total Part D Premium: | $17.10 |
| Low-Income Premium Subsidy: | $33.59 |
| Low-Income Premium Subsidy Paid by CMS: | $17.10 |
| 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 HMSA Akamai Advantage Dual Care starts contributing towards your prescription costs.
Prescription Drug Plan Out-of-Pocket Costs
Beyond premiums and deductibles, HMSA Akamai Advantage Dual Care 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 | Not available |
| Generic drugs | 25% coinsurance | Not available |
| Preferred Generic | Not available | $0.00 copay |
| Generic | Not available | $0.00 copay |
| Preferred Brand | Not available | 25% coinsurance |
| Non-Preferred Drug | Not available | 30% coinsurance |
| Specialty Tier | Not available | 25% coinsurance |
| *Deductible does not apply. | ||
CMS 5-Star Performance Ratings (Contract ID: H8481)
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 Measure | Star Rating |
|---|---|
| 2027 Overall Rating | |
| Staying Healthy: Screenings, Tests, Vaccines | Plan too new to be measured |
| Managing Chronic (Long Term) Conditions | Plan too new to be measured |
| Member Experience with Health Plan | Plan too new to be measured |
| Complaints and Changes in Plans Performance | Plan too new to be measured |
| Health Plan Customer Service | Plan too new to be measured |
| Drug Plan Customer Service | Plan too new to be measured |
| Complaints and Changes in the Drug Plan | Plan too new to be measured |
| Member Experience with the Drug Plan | Plan too new to be measured |
| Drug Safety and Accuracy of Drug Pricing | Plan too new to be measured |
Contact Information for HMSA Akamai Advantage Dual Care
- Website
- HMSA Akamai Advantage Dual Care Plan Page
- Providers
- HMSA Akamai Advantage Dual Care Providers Page
- Formulary
- HMSA Akamai Advantage Dual Care Formulary Page
- Pharmacy
- HMSA Akamai Advantage Dual Care Pharmacy Page
- New Member Health Plan Help
- (800)693-4672
- New Member Health Plan TTY
- 711
- New Member Part D Help
- (800)693-4672
- 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
HMSA Akamai Advantage Dual Care (H8481-001-0) is available in the following locations (click to open):
Medicare Plan Data Sources and Methodology
| Data Source | Publisher | CMS Version |
|---|---|---|
| Landscape Source Files | Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services | CY2027 Landscape (202609.1) |
| Medicare Part C & D Performance | Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services | 2027 Star Ratings Data Tables |
| Plan Benefits Package | Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services | PBP Benefits-2027 |
| Monthly Enrollment by Contract/Plan/State/County | Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services | 2026-09 |
Data sources and methodology documentation.
| Publisher | Reference | Last Accessed |
|---|---|---|
| HMSA Akamai Advantage Dual Care (official source) | http://www.hmsa.com/advantage | October 4, 2026 |
| CMS.gov | Dual Eligible Special Needs Plans (D-SNPs) | April 28, 2026 |
| Medicare.gov | Compare types of 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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