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Medicare Advantage plans — Iowa and South Dakota

Wellmark Medicare Advantage (Part C) plans include Medicare Part A and B coverage, plus additional benefits like prescription drugs, dental, vision and virtual visits.

Talk to an expert 1-877-358-3178 (TTY: 711) Monday-Friday, 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. with additional weekend hours Oct. 1-Dec. 31.

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Explore Medicare Advantage

See Medicare Advantage plans available in Iowa and South Dakota. Find the right coverage for your life and budget.

Veterans, if you have creditable drug coverage but need additional medical coverage, see our Blue Medicare AdvantageSM Valor PPO plan.

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Medicare Advantage coverage through Wellmark Advantage Health Plan® will no longer be available after Dec. 31, 2026.

The Wellmark Advantage Health Plan Network has you covered

Provider directory

Find a primary care provider, specialist, hospital, specialty facility, or medical equipment provider.

Drug list (formulary)

Check to see if the prescription drugs you take on a regular basis are covered under your plan.

Pharmacy directory

Find a local pharmacy in your area or a retail pharmacy online to fulfill your prescription drug needs.

Complete coverage and extra benefits from Medicare Advantage

Put your mind at ease. Learn more about the coverage you’ll have with a Medicare Advantage plan.

Prescription drug coverage

Our Medicare Advantage plans include coverage for thousands of prescription medications.

Extra benefits

Your Medicare Advantage plan comes with extra benefits, services and programs to help you live a full, healthy life.

National network access

Through Wellmark, you have access to the Blues national network — find care across the U.S.

Cost protection

Medicare Advantage plans have an annual out-of-pocket maximum for covered benefits. Get the peace of mind that comes with managing your annual medical costs.

More about Medicare Advantage plans
Can I have a Medicare Supplement and Medicare Advantage plan?

No. You’ll need to choose a plan that fits your coverage needs and budget.

Explore Medicare Supplement plans.

How much does Medicare Advantage cost?

The cost of Medicare Advantage plans varies depending on your coverage needs, budget and other factors.

Wellmark has Medicare Advantage plans available in Iowa and South Dakota with premiums to fit your budget.

See and compare costs for Wellmark’s Medicare Advantage plans.

With a Medicare Advantage plan, am I covered while traveling?

With Blue Medicare AdvantageSM PPO plans, you can visit any provider or hospital in the Blues National Network and pay in-network rates. Or you can visit an out-of-network Medicare provider or hospital, but your cost-share may be higher.

All Blue Medicare Advantage PPO plans include emergency coverage worldwide, but depending on your plan, you may want to consider purchasing travel health insurance if you plan to travel internationally.

I already have benefits from the U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs (VA). Can I enroll in the Medicare Advantage Valor PPO plan?

Yes, our Blue Medicare Advantage SM Valor PPO plan is for veterans who already have creditable drug coverage through the VA or TriCare for Life but need supplemental health coverage. Our Blue Medicare Advantage Valor PPO plan offers expanded network access, low coverage costs and additional wellness benefits.

Enroll online for Medicare Advantage Valor PPO.

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Disclosures

Prescription drug coverage is not included with Blue Medicare Advantage Valor PPO.

Out-of-network/non-contracted providers are under no obligation to treat Wellmark Advantage Health Plan members, except in emergency situations. Please call our Customer Service number or see your Evidence of Coverage for more information, including the cost sharing that applies to out-of-network services.