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What is a Wellpoint Benefits Prepaid Card (flex card)?
A Wellpoint Benefits Prepaid Card (flex card) is included with some of our Medicare Advantage plans. It can make it easier to shop for health and wellness products.
Who’s eligible for Medicare?
Medicare is for people 65 or older. It’s also for younger people with certain conditions. Learn more about who can enroll, what’s covered, and when to apply.
2026 Medicare Advantage Changes
Learn about changes to Medicare Advantage in 2026 that affect both new and existing Medicare Advantage plan members.
Compare Medicare Advantage plans
Your Medicare Advantage (Part C) plan costs and care options can vary based on the plan you choose. Compare and choose the best plan based on your needs.
Medicare Advantage Essential Extras makes life easier
Our Medicare Advantage plans may include additional benefits to make everyday life easier. Members can customize their Essential Extras at no additional cost.
What’s the difference between Medicare and Medicaid?
Both Medicare and Medicaid are government-run health insurance programs, but they help two different groups. Learn the differences between these two programs.
Medicare savings programs
You may be eligible for resources to help pay for Medicare. Get more information about programs that might be available to you and how to apply.
What is Medicare?
Medicare is a federal health program that helps pay for your healthcare. Learn Medicare basics, including the four parts, how much it costs, and how and when to apply.
What is SilverSneakers® for Medicare?
SilverSneakers offers fitness benefits and options to help keep you healthy. You can also get stronger, gain confidence, and connect with your community.
What is Medicare Part C?
Medicare Part C plans provide everything in Original Medicare, plus additional coverage and benefits. Find out what they cover and if one is right for you.
Original Medicare vs. Medicare Advantage?
If you’re looking for more than Original Medicare, a Medicare Advantage plan comes with everything included in Original Medicare, plus prescription drug and other benefits.
How much does Medicare Advantage (Part C) cost?
Part C costs typically fall into three categories: premiums, deductibles, and copays. These out-of-pocket costs vary depending on your plan and can change yearly.
How to enroll in Medicare
If you’re over 65 or have certain health conditions, you’re eligible to apply for Medicare. Find out how to sign up based on your timing and needs.
Who’s eligible for Medicare?
Medicare is for people 65 or older. It’s also for younger people with certain conditions. Learn more about who can enroll, what’s covered, and when to apply.
What’s the difference between Medicare and Medicaid?
Both Medicare and Medicaid are government-run health insurance programs, but they help two different groups. Learn the differences between these two programs.
What is Medicare?
Medicare is a federal health program that helps pay for your healthcare. Learn Medicare basics, including the four parts, how much it costs, and how and when to apply.
How to enroll in Medicare
If you’re over 65 or have certain health conditions, you’re eligible to apply for Medicare. Find out how to sign up based on your timing and needs.
2026 Medicare Advantage Changes
Learn about changes to Medicare Advantage in 2026 that affect both new and existing Medicare Advantage plan members.
Compare Medicare Advantage plans
Your Medicare Advantage (Part C) plan costs and care options can vary based on the plan you choose. Compare and choose the best plan based on your needs.
What is Medicare Part C?
Medicare Part C plans provide everything in Original Medicare, plus additional coverage and benefits. Find out what they cover and if one is right for you.
Original Medicare vs. Medicare Advantage?
If you’re looking for more than Original Medicare, a Medicare Advantage plan comes with everything included in Original Medicare, plus prescription drug and other benefits.
How much does Medicare Advantage (Part C) cost?
Part C costs typically fall into three categories: premiums, deductibles, and copays. These out-of-pocket costs vary depending on your plan and can change yearly.
What is a Wellpoint Benefits Prepaid Card (flex card)?
A Wellpoint Benefits Prepaid Card (flex card) is included with some of our Medicare Advantage plans. It can make it easier to shop for health and wellness products.
Medicare Advantage Essential Extras makes life easier
Our Medicare Advantage plans may include additional benefits to make everyday life easier. Members can customize their Essential Extras at no additional cost.
Medicare savings programs
You may be eligible for resources to help pay for Medicare. Get more information about programs that might be available to you and how to apply.
What is SilverSneakers® for Medicare?
SilverSneakers offers fitness benefits and options to help keep you healthy. You can also get stronger, gain confidence, and connect with your community.
The SilverSneakers fitness program is provided by Tivity Health, an independent company. Please talk to your doctor before starting an exercise program. SilverSneakers, the SilverSneakers shoe logo type and SilverSneakers Flex are registered trademarks of Tivity Health, Inc. © 2026 Tivity Health, Inc. All rights reserved.
Plan availability, premiums, copays, deductibles, benefits, and benefit amounts may vary based on where you live, the plan you choose, and your eligibility.
Wellpoint, a Medicare Advantage organization with a Medicare Contract, offers HMO, D-SNP, C-SNP, and I-SNP plans. Wellpoint D-SNP plans additionally contract with state Medicaid programs. Enrollment in a Wellpoint health plan depends on contract renewal.