What is Amerigroup STAR Plus MMP?

Amerigroup STAR+PLUS MMP integrates care and reimbursement for Texas members who have Medicare Part A, Medicare Part B, Medicare Part D and Medicaid benefits (dual-eligible members), and consolidates their care through one Medicare-Medicaid plan for full access to both their Medicaid and Medicare benefits.

What is Texas Star Plus MMP?

The Texas STAR+PLUS Medicare-Medicaid Plan (MMP), a collaborative program sponsored by the state of Texas and the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS), is available for consumers who are receiving both Medicare and full Medicaid services.

Is Amerigroup and Anthem the same?

Amerigroup is a managed care company that focuses on Medicare, Medicaid, and other public insurance programs. Based in Virginia Beach, Virginia, and founded in 1994 as AMERICAID Community Care, it’s now a subsidiary of Anthem.

What does MMP stand for in insurance?

Medicare-Medicaid Coordination Office. Information and Guidance for Plans. Medicare-Medicaid Plan (MMP) Enrollment.

Is MMP a Medicare Advantage plan?

A Medicare Advantage MMP is a private health plan that provides coordinated Medicare and Medicaid benefits for dually eligible individuals. MMPs simplify the processes for dual eligible individuals to access the care they are entitled to under Medicare and Medicaid programs.

What is MMP healthcare?

What is the difference between D SNP and MMP?

A D SNP is commonly confused with a Medicare Advantage Medicare-Medicaid Plan (MMP). Unlike a D SNP, MMPs only serve full benefit dual (Medicare/Medicaid) eligible beneficiaries and some additional limitations may apply (such as state-specific requirements).

When did Anthem take over Amerigroup?

On July 9, 2012, Anthem Inc. (then known as WellPoint) entered into an agreement to acquire Amerigroup Corporation for $4.9 billion.