Amerigroup was founded in 1994 to meet the needs of those enrolled in the public programs like Medicare, Medicare Advantage, and Medicaid. There was a rapidly growing need for private help in managing the healthcare programs for lower income and disabled Americans. Amerigroup created the Senior and Special Services Organization (SSO) in 2006. Amerigroup's SSO initiative concentrates on utilizing Amerigroup's assets to produce unique improved health care services for seniors and the disabled. 

 

Products offered are targeted towards the elderly and those with disabilities. In 2007 Amerigroup was the first in the healthcare industry to develop a National Advisory Board. The focus of the Board is on meeting the needs of seniors and disabled members. The Board is chaired by Lex Frieden who was also involved in the creation of the Disabilities Act of 1990.

 

Currently Amerigroup has over 180,000 members, making it one of the leading managed care organizations in the nation for ABD (Aged, Blind and Disabled) beneficiaries. They operate in 10 states including Texas, Tennessee, Georgia, Florida, Maryland, New York, New Jersey, Ohio, Virginia, and New Mexico. They are headquartered in Virginia Beach, VA. They offer a variety of plans intended for those eligible for Medicare, Medicaid, the State Children's Health Insurance Program (SCHIP), FamilyCare, Long Term Care, and SSI: Supplemental Security Income (designed to assist low income individuals sometimes known as the Aged, Blind, and Disabled (ABD) population).

 

The 2010 Medicare options offered are listed below. Our Medicare Experts are available to help you find the Medicare or Medicare Advantage plan available in your state that best fits your individual needs.

 

Amerivantage Balance + RX (HMO) offers small copayments for primary and specialty doctor visits. There is no cost for preventative care. For covered “major medical” services like outpatient surgery and hospitalizations, your Amerivantage Balance + Rx plan pays some of these expenses each year in full (see plan for specific details).  After they pay the first portion, you will pay an annual deductible for major medical expenses. Once the deductible is met, all eligible major medical expenses will be covered in full for the rest of the year.

 

Amerivantage Choice + RX (HMO – POS) offers low, predictable costs with the benefit of an out-of-network option for covered services. Most services, like primary and specialty physician visits are paid for with affordable copayments. Preventive and home care services are included free of charge. A few services are paid for by a percentage of the cost. POS options include out-of-network doctor visits, specialists, and hospital for covered services.

 

Amerivantage Classic + RX (HMO) offers more than traditional Medicare with the benefit of low, predictable costs. This plan also includes Medicare prescription drug benefits. Most services, like primary and specialty physician visits are paid for with affordable copayments. Preventive and home care services are included free of charge. A few services are paid for by a percentage of the cost.

 

The Amerivantage Specialty + RX (HMO – Special Needs Plan) is for those who are eligible for both Medicare and Medicaid. This plan arranges for your medical services through a contracted network of Medicare-certified healthcare facilities, physicians and other providers. All of your Medicare, Medicaid, and Medicare prescription drug benefits are coordinated by Amerivantage.