AARP Medicare Advantage from UHC NC-15 (HMO-POS) (2027)

Medicare Advantage plan with drug coverage from UnitedHealthcare, plan ID H5253-117-000. Sold in 42 counties in North Carolina.

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2027 costs

Monthly premium$0
Drug deductible$685
Medical deductible$0
Out-of-pocket maximum (in network)$4,450
Plan typeMedicare Advantage plan with drug coverage, HMO-POS
Referral needed to see a specialistYes
Plan IDH5253-117-000

With a Medicare Advantage plan you also keep paying your Medicare Part B premium.

What this plan would cost for your prescriptions

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What you pay for medical care

Primary care visit$0
Specialist visit$0–$35
Preventive care$0
Urgent care$0–$65
Emergency room$150
Hospital stay$550/day
Outpatient surgery$0–$550
Lab tests$70
X-rays and scans$0
Mental health visit$0–$25
Physical therapy$35
Medical equipment25%
TelehealthNot covered

In-network amounts. A range means it depends on the service or provider.

Extra benefits

DentalCovered — up to $1500 allowance
VisionCovered — up to $150 every 2 yrs allowance
HearingCovered — up to $700/yr allowance
Over-the-counter itemsCovered
FitnessCovered
Rides to appointmentsNot covered

Drug costs by tier

Tier30 days, standard pharmacy30 days, preferred pharmacy90 days by mail
1 Preferred Generic$0$0$0
2 Generic$5$5$0
3 Preferred Brand22%22%22%
4 Non-Preferred Drug27%27%N/A
5 Specialty Tier26%26%N/A

A percentage is coinsurance: your share of the drug's price. The drug deductible may apply first, depending on the tier. Your Part D out-of-pocket costs are capped at $2,400 for 2027.

Plan costs and benefits are from CMS's 2027 Medicare plan data (data as of October 27, 2026). Star ratings are CMS's 2027 Star Ratings. Every year, Medicare evaluates plans based on a 5-star rating system. Benefits, premiums and copays can change from year to year; check the plan's Evidence of Coverage, call the plan, or use Medicare.gov before you enroll.