Amerigroup Continues Commitment to Texans with SilverSneakers Benefit

Members of Amerigroup’s Medicare Advantage plans can participate in SilverSneakers health programs at no cost as part of plan benefits

GRAND PRAIRIE, Texas--()--Amerigroup in Texas will continue offering access to SilverSneakers®, as one of the many benefits included in its 2018 Medicare Advantage plans. This is part of Amerigroup ongoing commitment to the health and well-being of its current members and those Amerigroup hopes to have the privilege of serving in the future. SilverSneakers – offered by Tivity Health – is a fitness program tailored to older adults and is celebrating 25 years of partnering with consumers to help them achieve better health.

Amerigroup members have expressed time and again that their involvement in SilverSneakers has made a significant impact on their health and well-being.

“My Amerigroup Medicare Advantage plan really changed my life for the better when it introduced me to the SilverSneakers program – the first fitness program or gym I’ve attended in my life,” said Ella Mae Boston, an Amerigroup member and active SilverSneakers participant from Houston, TX. “I’ve lost weight and gained a lot of mobility from my participation in SilverSneakers. Those are the two accomplishments I’m most proud of. I’ve also met a lot of different people through the SilverSneakers program and made great, new friends.”

SilverSneakers by Tivity Health teams up with healthcare stakeholders, such as Amerigroup, to help millions of baby boomers and beyond meet their personal goals and overcome health stereotypes. The program helps older adults take greater control of their health by engaging participants in more frequent exercise, strength training, aerobics, and flexibility training through a variety of venues and programming.

“Ella Mae is an example of why Amerigroup offers access to SilverSneakers and other benefits to improve health; we want to give our members solutions to the health care challenges they face every day,” said Josh Martin, President of the company’s Medicare West region. “We know many consumers are doing their research right now on Medicare Advantage plans for 2018. These individuals think it’s important that their health plan have benefits that help them live healthier lives.”

For 2018, if consumers are worried about losing access to SilverSneakers in their Medicare Advantage benefits, Amerigroup offers SilverSneakers – as well as many other health plan benefits – please make sure to switch to one of these Amerigroup plans:

  • Amerigroup Amerivantage Select (HMO)
  • Amerigroup Amerivantage Classic (HMO)
  • Amerigroup Amerivantage Dual Coordination (HMO SNP)
  • Amerigroup Amerivantage Dual Premier (HMO SNP)

Individuals who are interested in joining one of these health plans can enroll during this year’s Medicare Annual Enrollment Period (AEP). The AEP began October 15, 2017, and continues through December 7, 2017 and gives consumers enrolled in Medicare Parts A and B the opportunity to sign up for Amerigroup 2018 Medicare Advantage plans.

Amerigroup is organizing events throughout Texas, which consumers can attend to get more information about SilverSneakers, other health plan benefits, and the Medicare Advantage plans that give members access to those benefits:

  • Dec. 4, 10 a.m. to 11 a.m.; Mays Family YMCA at Portranco; 8764 Texas 151 Access Rd., San Antonio
  • Dec. 5, 8 a.m. to 9 a.m.; Westside YMCA; 2900 Ruiz St., San Antonio
  • Dec. 6, 10 a.m. to 11 a.m.; D.R. Semmes Family YMCA; 3233 N. St. Mary’s, San Antonio
  • Dec. 7, 9 a.m. to 10 a.m.; David-Scott Family YMCA; 1313 Iowa, San Antonio

These are just a few enrollment-related events happening throughout Texas. Please call 888-215-6533 to find out about more events in the area.

For details about Amerigroup’s Medicare plans in your area, call (866) 805-4589 or visit Amerigroup’s Medicare online store at www.myamerigroup.com/medicare.

Amerigroup Texas, Inc. is an HMO plan with a Medicare contract. Amerigroup Texas, Inc. is an HMO DSNP plan with a Medicare contract and a contract with the State Medicaid program. Amerigroup Texas, Inc. is an HMO CSNP plan with a Medicare contract. Enrollment in Amerigroup Texas, Inc. depends on contract renewal. This information is not a complete description of benefits. Contact the plan for more information. Limitations, copayments, and restrictions may apply. Benefits, premiums and/or co-payments/co-insurance may change on January 1 of each year. You must continue to pay your Medicare Part B premium. We do not discriminate, exclude people, or treat them differently on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age or disability in our health programs and activities. ATENCIÓN: Si habla español, tiene a su disposición servicios gratuitos de asistencia lingüística. Llame al 1-866-805-4589 (TTY: 711). CHÚ Ý: Nếu bạn nói Tiếng Việt, có các dịch vụ hỗ trợ ngôn ngữ miễn phí dành cho bạn. Gọi số 1-866-805-4589 (TTY: 711). This plan is available to anyone who has both Medical Assistance from the State and Medicare. Premium, co-pays, co-insurance, and deductibles may vary based on the level of Extra Help you receive. Please contact the plan for further details. Other providers are available in our network. The provider network may change at any time. You will receive notice when necessary.

About Amerigroup

Amerigroup is part of the Anthem Government Business Division (GBD). Through the GBD, Anthem serves 7.4 million seniors, people with disabilities, low-income families and other state and federally sponsored beneficiaries, and National Government Services enrollees (including the Federal Employee Program) in 26 states, making us one of the nation’s leading providers of health care solutions for public programs. Amerigroup accepts all eligible people regardless of age, sex, race or disability.

About SilverSneakers

SilverSneakers, by Tivity Health, is the nation’s leading community fitness program for older Americans. The program was founded in 1992 and is available to more than 14.5 million Medicare beneficiaries through many Medicare Advantage plans, Medicare Supplement carriers and group retiree plans. This year, SilverSneakers is celebrating its 25th anniversary, decades of improving the physical, social and mental health of millions of older Americans. To learn more about the program’s legacy and anniversary, or to check eligibility or enroll, go to silversneakers.com.

Contacts

Media Contact:
Amerigroup
Hieu Nguyen
1-202-510-8848
hieu.nguyen2@anthem.com

Contacts

Media Contact:
Amerigroup
Hieu Nguyen
1-202-510-8848
hieu.nguyen2@anthem.com