Understanding Medicare Advantage vs. Traditional Medicare
Medicare Open Enrollment is from October 15 to December 7.
Before you enroll, always confirm your hospital and providers are in-network to ensure you can receive care close to home.
Not all Medicare plans work the same — and your choice can impact where you receive care. Choosing a Medicare plan is more than comparing premiums — it’s about making sure your care remains accessible when you need it most.
- Medicare Advantage (Part C) is managed by private insurance companies and may limit where you can receive care, require referrals, or delay treatment through prior authorization.
- Traditional Medicare (Parts A & B) allows broader access to hospitals and specialists — with no referral requirements.
Skyline Health Currently Accepts the Following Medicare Advantage Plans
• Molina Medicare Advantage
• Providence Medicare Advantage
• Regence Medicare Advantage
• United Healthcare Medicare Advantage
• PacificSource Medicare Advantage
For more detailed information, click here.
To read a letter from Skyline Health’s CEO, click here.