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Wellcare Simple (HMO-POS) (HMO-POS) 2025 Plan Details for Wexford County, Michigan Residents

Wellcare Simple (HMO-POS) is a HMO-POS Medicare Advantage plan, from Wellcare, {with_without_pdp} a prescription drug plan. It's CMS Plan ID is: H5475-026-0. It is not available in all areas. The list of locations where this plan is available can be found below.

According to CMS enrollment data (July, 2025), there are approximately 8,307 members enrolled in this plan.

Wellcare Simple (HMO-POS) (HMO-POS) Overview

Key Facts and Costs for Wellcare Simple (HMO-POS) (2026)
CMS FactLandscape Value
Health Plan ID:H5475-026-0
CMS Overall Rating:☆☆☆☆☆
0.0 out of 5 stars*
Medicare Advantage Plan Type:HMO-POS
Coverage Year:CY2026
Monthly Premium:$0.00
Plus your Medicare Part B premium.
Health Plan Deductible:$0.00
Annual Out-of-Pocket Maximum:$5000.00 (In-Network)
Part B Give Back:$0.00/mo
Part D Drug Plan Benefit:Enhanced, $615.00 deductible
Additional Benefits:Dental, Vision, Hearing
Availability:Wexford County, MI
Insured By:Wellcare
Last Plan Content Update:August 29, 2025

Plan Availability by Location

Health Plan Out-of-Pocket Costs

Prescription Drug Costs & Benefits

Wellcare Simple (HMO-POS) includes an enhanced benefit Medicare Part D plan (PDP), which offers greater coverage than basic plans. An enhanced benefit plan has a higher actuarial value, meaning it covers a larger percentage of your healthcare costs.

Part D Plan Premium

The Part D prescription drug plan premium is included in your overall Medicare Advantage plan cost. However, additional expenses or subsidies may apply through the Low-Income Subsidy (LIS) program, also known as Extra Help. LIS, provided by Social Security, helps those with limited income and resources to lower or eliminate Part D costs. LIS benefits are not part of Medicare Advantage coverage.

Wellcare Simple (HMO-POS) Prescription Drug Plan Premium Details
Basic Part D Premium: $($26.10)
Supplemental Part D Premium: $$26.10
Total Part D Premium: $$0.00
Low-Income Premium Subsidy: ${part_d_lips_amount}
Low-Income Premium Subsidy Paid by CMS: $$0.00
Low-Income Subsidy Premium: $$0.00

For more details, visit the Social Security Extra Help program.

Prescription Drug Plan Deductible

This plan has a $615.00 annual Part D deductible. You'll pay this deductible at the pharmacy before Wellcare starts contributing towards your prescription costs.

Prescription Drug Plan Out-of-Pocket Costs

Beyond premiums and deductibles, Wellcare Simple (HMO-POS) may have additional costs at pharmacies. The table below outlines out-of-pocket expenses by drug tier.

Wellcare Simple (HMO-POS) Pharmacy Out-of-Pocket Costs by Drug Tier
Drug Tier Retail Mail Order
Preferred Generic*$0.00$5.00
Generic*$0.00$10.00
Preferred Brand25.00%25.00%
Non-Preferred Drug44.00%45.00%
Specialty Tier28.00%28.00%
Select Care Drugs*$0.00$0.00
*Deductible does not apply.

CMS 5-Star Rating Marks

Each year, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) assesses health plans (Part C) and drug plans (Part D) based on a 5-star rating system. These ratings provide an overview of the plan’s performance in areas such as preventive care, managing chronic conditions, and member experience.

Considering a plan’s star rating can be an important part of your decision-making process, as higher ratings often reflect stronger performance in key areas of healthcare and customer service.

2026 Medicare Star Ratings for Wellcare Simple (HMO-POS)
CMS Measure Star Rating
2026 Overall Rating☆☆☆☆☆
Staying Healthy: Screenings, Tests, Vaccines☆☆☆☆☆
Managing Chronic (Long Term) Conditions☆☆☆☆☆
Member Experience with Health Plan☆☆☆☆☆
Complaints and Changes in Plans Performance☆☆☆☆☆
Health Plan Customer Service☆☆☆☆☆
Drug Plan Customer Service☆☆☆☆☆
Complaints and Changes in the Drug Plan☆☆☆☆☆
Member Experience with the Drug PlanNot enough data available
Drug Safety and Accuracy of Drug Pricing☆☆☆☆☆

Need Help Enrolling?

Contact and Resource Information for Wellcare
Website: Wellcare Plan Page
Providers: Wellcare Providers Page
Formulary: Wellcare Formulary Page
Pharmacy: Wellcare Pharmacy Page
New Member Health Plan Help: (800)225-8017
New Member Health Plan TTY: 711
New Member Part D Help: (800)270-5320
New Member Part D TTY Users: 711

Frequently Asked Questions

📘 What does Medicare plan code H5475 026 mean?

Wellcare Simple (HMO-POS) is a Medicare Advantage plan by Wellcare. The code H5475 is the CMS contract ID, whereas 026 is its plan ID.

  • Plan Name: Wellcare Simple (HMO-POS)
  • Plan Type: HMO-POS
  • Premium: $0.00/mo + your monthly Part B premium
  • Out-of-Pocket Max: $5000.00 (in-network)
  • Drug Coverage: {pdp_faq_summary}
  • CMS Star Rating: 0.0 out of 5
  • Contract Year: 2026

This information is based on official CMS data and is provided for educational purposes. Always review your plan’s official documents or contact the provider directly before making enrollment decisions.

📋 What type of plan is H5475 026?

This plan is a HMO-POS — specifically, it's an HMO-POS plan with a Medicare Advantage contract that's offered by Wellcare. It comes with defined provider network rules you should be aware of.

  • Plan Marketing Name: Wellcare Simple (HMO-POS)
  • Network Type: {plan_type_expanded}
  • Referral Requirement: {referral_required_expanded}
  • Prescription Coverage: {pdp_faq_summary}

Plan types like HMOs and PPOs determine whether you can go out-of-network or need referrals to see specialists.

📦 What benefits are included in H5475 026?

This plan covers all Medicare Part A and Part B services. Depending on the plan, it may also include valuable extras like dental, vision, and hearing benefits.

  • Medical Services: Hospital, doctor visits, preventive care
  • Prescription Drugs: Enhanced, $615.00 deductible
  • Dental: {dental_benefit}
  • Vision: {vision_benefit}
  • Hearing: {hearing_benefit}

Benefit availability may vary by location and plan version. Confirm specific details in your plan's Evidence of Coverage (EOC).

📌 Additional Plan Options

Additional Plan Options

The Medicare Part C program offers a myriad of HMO, PPO, and PFFS plan options, including these plans:

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If you are enrolled in a Part C plan with prescription drug coverage, you cannot be enrolled in a stand-alone Medicare Part D plan, regardless of your chosen insurance company.

You cannot be enrolled in a Part C health plan and simultaneously hold Medicare Supplement Insurance (Medigap). Medicare Supplement plans are only compatible with Medicare Parts A and B.

📚 Citations & Research

Citations & References

  • Wellcare, http://www.wellcare.com/medicare, Last Accessed March 1, 2025
  • Medicare.gov, "Compare types of Medicare Advantage Plans", Last Accessed 25 May, 2025
  • NCOA.org, "5 Steps to Choosing the Right Medicare Plan for You", Last Accessed 25 May, 2025
  • Medicare.gov, "Compare Original Medicare & Medicare Advantage", Last Accessed 25 May, 2025
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  • CMS.gov, Landscape Source Files, Last Accessed March 15, 2025
  • CMS.gov, Medicare Part C & D Performance, Last Accessed March 15, 2025
  • CMS.gov, Plan Benefits Package, Last Accessed March 15, 2025

Research Note: This content is based on independent analysis of CMS data by David Bynon, Medicare analyst and founder of MedicareWire.

For details on how this plan was analyzed and constructed using CMS data, see our Medicare Plan Research Methodology.

Disclaimer: MedicareWire does not endorse or rank Medicare plans. Plan information is provided for educational and research purposes only and may not reflect the most current data available from CMS or the plan provider.

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