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CHRISTUS Health Medicare Guardian (HMO) (HMO) 2025 Plan Details for Wood County, Texas Residents

CHRISTUS Health Medicare Guardian (HMO) is a HMO Medicare Advantage plan, from CHRISTUS Health Advantage, {with_without_pdp} a prescription drug plan. It's CMS Plan ID is: H1189-008-0. 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 161 members enrolled in this plan.

CHRISTUS Health Medicare Guardian (HMO) (HMO) Overview

Key Facts and Costs for CHRISTUS Health Medicare Guardian (HMO) (2026)
CMS FactLandscape Value
Health Plan ID:H1189-008-0
CMS Overall Rating:☆☆☆☆☆
0.0 out of 5 stars*
Medicare Advantage Plan Type:HMO
Coverage Year:CY2026
Monthly Premium:$0.00
Plus your Medicare Part B premium.
Health Plan Deductible:$0.00
Annual Out-of-Pocket Maximum:$4900.00 (In-Network)
Part B Give Back:$0.00/mo
Part D Drug Plan Benefit:Not Included
Additional Benefits:Dental, Vision, Hearing
Availability:Wood County, TX
Insured By:CHRISTUS Health Advantage
Last Plan Content Update:August 27, 2025

Plan Availability by Location

Health Plan Out-of-Pocket Costs

Prescription Drug Costs & Benefits

This plan does not include a Medicare Part D plan for prescriptions.

CMS 5-Star Rating Marks

The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) reviews and rates Medicare Advantage (Part C) and drug plans (Part D) annually, using a 5-star system to measure aspects such as member satisfaction, preventive services, and management of chronic conditions.

Higher star ratings generally indicate better plan performance, which can be a useful factor to consider when deciding on a plan that aligns with your healthcare goals and preferences.

2026 Medicare Star Ratings for CHRISTUS Health Medicare Guardian (HMO)
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 Plan☆☆☆☆☆
Drug Safety and Accuracy of Drug Pricing☆☆☆☆☆

Need Help Enrolling?

Plan Resources and Contact Information for CHRISTUS Health Advantage
Website: CHRISTUS Health Advantage Plan Page
Providers: CHRISTUS Health Advantage Providers Page
New Member Health Plan Help: (844)282-3026
New Member Health Plan TTY: 711

Frequently Asked Questions

📘 What does Medicare plan code H1189 008 mean?

CHRISTUS Health Medicare Guardian (HMO) is a Medicare Advantage plan by CHRISTUS Health Advantage. The code H1189 is the CMS contract ID, whereas 008 is its plan ID.

  • Plan Name: CHRISTUS Health Medicare Guardian (HMO)
  • Plan Type: HMO
  • Premium: $0.00/mo + your monthly Part B premium
  • Out-of-Pocket Max: $4900.00 (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 H1189 008?

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

  • Plan Marketing Name: CHRISTUS Health Medicare Guardian (HMO)
  • 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 H1189 008?

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: Not Included
  • 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

  • CHRISTUS Health Advantage, http://www.christushealthplan.org, Last Accessed March 1, 2025
  • Medicare.gov, "Understanding 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, "Explore your Medicare coverage options", 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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