Nearly 1.7 million people in New Jersey are signed up for Medicare, placing it in the top half of U.S. states for Medicare beneficiaries
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Medicare is the federal health insurance program for people age 65 and older. Medicare Advantage is a bundled alternative to Medicare sold by private companies. It offers all the same benefits and usually some extras, such as cost savings on dental and vision coverage.

Medicare Advantage plans offer more benefits than Original Medicare, and they can be cheaper than paying for Medicare and a Medicare Supplement plan. However, they have less flexibility since you’ll need to get care from within the plan’s network of providers. Weigh your options to determine which plan best suits your needs.

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What to know about Medicare in New Jersey
About 1 in 6 people in New Jersey are 65 and older, and there are a variety of Medicare and Medicare Advantage plans in the state
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The average monthly premium in 2023 for a Medicare Advantage plan in New Jersey is $14.98. (It was $17.25 in 2022.)

There are 92 Medicare Advantage plans available in New Jersey in 2023. (This is up from 84 in 2022.)

All Medicare-eligible people in New Jersey have access to a $0-premium Medicare Advantage plan.

Medicare Advantage companies in New Jersey
Aetna.

Amerigroup Community Care.

Amerigroup Insurance Company.

Braven Health.

Cigna.

Clover Health.

Health Partners Medicare.

Humana.

UnitedHealthcare.

Wellcare.

Top-rated Medicare Advantage plans in New Jersey
Each year, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services, or CMS, awards every Medicare Advantage plan a star rating on a scale of 1 to 5, with 5 being a top-rated plan. Below are companies with at least one plan that received top marks in New Jersey for the 2023 plan year
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5-star plans
The company below offers plans in New Jersey that are rated 5 stars out of 5 by the CMS:

UnitedHealthcare.

4.5-star plans
The company below offer plans in New Jersey that are rated 4.5 stars out of 5 by the CMS:

Humana.

» MORE: Best Medicare Advantage plans
Medicare resources in New Jersey
State Health Insurance Assistance Program, or SHIP: Provides free help for Medicare beneficiaries in New Jersey who have questions about or problems with their health coverage.

New Jersey Division of Aging Services: Offers help paying your Medicare costs if you meet low-income requirements.

New Jersey Office of Area Agency on Aging Administration: Works with area aging agencies to develop services for adults over 60.

New Jersey Department of Health: Provides information on assistance programs and other help available for health care in New Jersey.

Find the right Medicare Advantage plan
It’s important to do your research before selecting a Medicare Advantage plan for yourself. Here are some questions to consider asking:

What are the plan’s costs? Do you understand what the plan’s premium, deductibles, copays and/or coinsurance will be? Can you afford them?

Is your doctor in-network? If you have a preferred medical provider or providers, make sure they participate in the plan’s network.

Are your prescriptions covered? If you’re on medication, it’s crucial to understand how the plan covers it. What tier are your prescription drugs on, and are there any coverage rules that apply to them?

Is there dental coverage? Does the plan offer routine coverage for vision, dental and hearing needs?

Are there extras? Does the plan offer any extra benefits, such as fitness memberships, transportation benefits or meal delivery?

Medicare Advantage companies
Get more information below about some of the major Medicare Advantage companies. These insurance companies offer plans in most states. The plans you can choose from will depend on your ZIP code and county.

AARP Medicare Advantage plans.

Aetna Medicare Advantage plans.

Anthem Medicare Advantage plans.

Blue Cross Blue Shield Medicare Advantage plans.

Cigna Medicare Advantage plans.

Humana Medicare Advantage plans.

Kaiser Permanente Medicare Advantage plans.

UnitedHealthcare Medicare Advantage plans.

Wellcare Medicare Advantage plans.

If you have additional questions about Medicare, visit Medicare.gov or call 800-MEDICARE (800-633-4227, TTY 877-486-2048).
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