Using Your Plan
Learning how to use your Medicare Plan is important to your health and well being! View the articles below to gain access to important "How To's", plan materials, and other resources. You can also use the Drug & Pharmacy Search tool to find a covered drug or a pharmacy in your area.

Welcome New Tufts Health Plan Medicare Advantage Plan Members!
Choosing a health plan is an important decision. Thank you for putting your trust in us. We’re committed to providing you with the highest quality benefits and services.
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How Your HMO Plan Works
The better you understand your plan, the better prepared you’ll be to navigate your care and take control of your health. Here are some of the basics to keep in mind when using your Tufts Medicare Preferred HMO plan.

Healthy Living Essentials: Preferred Extras
Preferred Extras include programs and services, offered at a discounted rate for Tufts Health Plan Medicare Advantage members, designed to help you lead a healthy lifestyle.
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Home Delivery Prescriptions
The easiest way to get medications that you take regularly is by using home delivery. Home delivery service delivers medications to your home and offers savings on select drug tiers.

How to Reduce Trips to the Pharmacy
If you are looking to reduce the number of trips made outside your home, these services can help you make fewer trips to the pharmacy.
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The Donut Hole: A Step-By-Step Explanation
The Medicare Part D Donut Hole, or Coverage Gap, is one of four stages you may encounter during the year while a member of a Part D prescription drug plan.
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How Your HMO Plan Works
The better you understand your plan, the better prepared you’ll be to navigate your care and take control of your health. Here are some of the basics to keep in mind when using your Tufts Medicare Preferred HMO plan.

How Your PPO Plan Works
The better you understand your plan, the better prepared you’ll be to navigate your care and take control of your health. Here are some of the basics to keep in mind when using your Tufts Medicare Preferred Access PPO plan.

Welcome New Tufts Health Plan Medicare Advantage Plan Members!
Choosing a health plan is an important decision. Thank you for putting your trust in us. We’re committed to providing you with the highest quality benefits and services.
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Your Plan Cards
Depending on the plan that you join, you may receive up to three different member cards. All members will receive an ID card. Some members may also receive a dental card and an OTC Network card. You don’t need to use your red, white, and blue Medicare card to access your Tufts Health Plan benefits.

What Is a Late Enrollment Penalty?
If you miss your Medicare Initial Enrollment Period, you may have to pay costly penalties.

10 Ways to Lower Your Prescription Drug Costs
Whether you’re likely to reach the Coverage Gap this year or simply trying to save money, you can explore these 10 options help lower your prescription drug costs.
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What Is the Difference Between an HMO Plan and a PPO Plan?
When comparing plans, it’s important to have all the information you need to choose a plan that’s right for you. When it comes to Medicare Advantage plans, there are similarities and differences between HMO and PPO plans.
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