Medicare Advantage Plan H4544-002-0 in Vernon Parish, LA Peoples Health Patriot (PPO) • 2026
Peoples Health Patriot (PPO), CMS Plan-ID H4544-002-0, is a 2026 Medicare Advantage Plan (Part C), without prescription drug coverage, by Peoples Health. The plan uses a Preferred Provider Organization (PPO) provider network structure.
Based on the most recent CMS data, plan enrollments topped 4,020 members, with 77 in Vernon Parish, Louisiana.
Peoples Health Patriot Overview
Plan Overview for H4544-002-0 |
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| CMS Plan ID: |
H4544-002-0
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| Plan Type: | PPO |
| Plan Year: | 2026 |
| Monthly Premium: |
$0.00
Plus your Medicare Part B premium. |
| Medical Deductible: | $0.00 |
| Maximum Out-of-Pocket: | $6700.00 (In-Network) |
| Part B Give Back: | −$185.00 reduction |
| Prescription Drug Coverage: | Not Included |
| Additional Benefits: | Dental, Vision, Hearing |
| Service Area: | Vernon Parish, LA |
| Enrollment (Nationwide): | 4,020 beneficiaries |
| Enrollment (CMS – Local) | 77 beneficiaries in Vernon Parish |
| Provided By: | Peoples Health |
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Frequently Asked Questions About Peoples Health Patriot (PPO)
Here are some of the most frequently asked questions people have about Plan ID H4544-002-0:
What is the 2026 premium for Plan ID H4544-002-0?
Peoples Health Patriot has a $0.00 monthly premium for 2026. You must also continue to pay any Medicare Part B premium you owe.
What is the out-of-pocket maximum for Plan ID H4544-002-0?
The 2026 in-network maximum out-of-pocket (MOOP) limit is $6700.00. After you reach this limit, the plan pays covered in-network Part A and Part B costs for the remainder of the year.
What is the CMS Star Rating for Peoples Health Patriot?
For 2026, Peoples Health Patriot is included under CMS contract H4544, which has a ★2.5 out of 5 Star Rating.
Is Peoples Health Patriot an HMO, PPO, or another type of Medicare Advantage plan?
Plan ID H4544-002-0 uses a Preferred Provider Organization (PPO) provider network.
How many members does Peoples Health Patriot have?
The most recent CMS enrollment data shows approximately 4,020 beneficiaries enrolled in this plan.
Which insurance company offers Plan ID H4544-002-0?
Peoples Health provides Peoples Health Patriot (PPO).
Covered Services & Costs
Office Visits
This plan lists in-network cost sharing for primary care and specialist visits, along with related office-based services.
| Covered Service | In-Network Cost |
|---|---|
| Primary: | In-network: $0 copay | Out-of-network: $20 copay |
| Specialist: | In-network: $0-$55 copay | Out-of-network: $70 copay |
Preventive and Wellness Services
Preventive and wellness benefits may include routine exams, telehealth, fitness programs, health education, and other in-network services.
| Covered Service | In-Network Cost |
|---|---|
| Annual wellness exam: | In-network: $0 copay |
| Telehealth benefit: | In-network: $0 copay |
| Routine chiropractic: | Not covered |
| Fitness benefits: | In-network: $0 copay | Out-of-network: $0 copay |
| Health education: | Not covered |
| Counseling services: | Not covered |
| Over-the-counter drug benefits: | In-network: $0 copay | Out-of-network: $0 copay |
| Health transportation (non-emergency): | Not covered |
Diagnostic, Lab, and Imaging Services
Diagnostic coverage includes in-network cost sharing for lab tests, x-rays, radiology, and other diagnostic procedures used to evaluate health conditions.
| Covered Service | In-Network Cost |
|---|---|
| Diagnostic radiology services: | In-network: $0-$260 copay | Out-of-network: 30% coinsurance |
| Lab services: | In-network: $0 copay | Out-of-network: $0 copay |
| Outpatient x-rays: | In-network: $30 copay | Out-of-network: $50 copay |
| Diagnostic tests and procedures: | In-network: $50 copay | Out-of-network: 30% coinsurance |
Emergency and Urgent Care Services
Emergency and inpatient coverage includes cost sharing for urgent care, emergency room visits, ambulance transportation, hospital stays, and skilled nursing facility care.
| Covered Service | In-Network Cost |
|---|---|
| Emergency room care: | $130 copay |
| Worldwide emergency care: | $0 copay |
| Urgent care: | $0-$50 copay |
| Inpatient hospital care: | In-network: | Tier 1 | $295 per day for days 1-6 | $0 per day for days 7-90 | $0 per stay | Out-of-network: | 30% per stay |
| Skilled Nursing Facility: | In-network: | Tier 1 | $0 per day for days 1-20 | $218 per day for days 21-100 | Out-of-network: | $250 per day for days 1-100 | $0 per stay |
| Ground ambulance: | In-network: $275 copay | Out-of-network: $275 copay |
Mental Health Services
Mental health coverage includes in-network cost sharing for outpatient individual and group therapy, as well as inpatient psychiatric hospital care.
| Covered Service | In-Network Cost |
|---|---|
| Outpatient individual therapy: | In-network: $0-$25 copay | Out-of-network: $40 copay |
| Outpatient group therapy: | In-network: $15 copay | Out-of-network: $30 copay |
| Inpatient psychiatric hospital care: | In-network: | Tier 1 | $295 per day for days 1-6 | $0 per day for days 7-90 | $0 per stay | Out-of-network: | 30% per stay |
Rehabilitation Services
Rehabilitation coverage includes in-network cost sharing for physical therapy, speech and language therapy, and occupational therapy services.
| Covered Service | In-Network Cost |
|---|---|
| Physical therapy and speech and language therapy: | In-network: $50 copay | Out-of-network: $70 copay |
| Occupational therapy: | In-network: $45 copay | Out-of-network: $70 copay |
Medical Equipment and Supplies
Medical equipment coverage includes in-network cost sharing for diabetes supplies, durable medical equipment, prosthetics, and related supplies.
| Covered Service | In-Network Cost |
|---|---|
| Diabetes supplies: | In-network: $0 copay | Out-of-network: 50% coinsurance |
| Durable medical equipment: | In-network: 20% coinsurance | Out-of-network: 50% coinsurance |
| Prosthetics: | In-network: 20% coinsurance | Out-of-network: 50% coinsurance |
Medicare Part B Drugs
Medicare Part B drug coverage includes in-network cost sharing for chemotherapy and other medications covered under Medicare Part B.
| Covered Service | In-Network Cost |
|---|---|
| Chemotherapy: | In-network: 0%-20% coinsurance | Out-of-network: 30% coinsurance |
| Other Part B drugs (Medicare-covered): | In-network: 0%-20% coinsurance | Out-of-network: 0%-30% coinsurance |
Dental Services
Dental coverage includes in-network cost sharing for preventive care, exams, x-rays, cleanings, and comprehensive dental procedures.
| Covered Service | In-Network Cost |
|---|---|
| Oral exam: | In-network: $0 copay | Out-of-network: $0 copay |
| Dental x-rays: | In-network: $0 copay | Out-of-network: $0 copay |
| Cleaning: | In-network: $0 copay | Out-of-network: $0 copay |
| Periodontics: | In-network: 50% coinsurance | Out-of-network: 50% coinsurance |
| Endodontics: | In-network: 50% coinsurance | Out-of-network: 50% coinsurance |
| Restorative services: | In-network: 50% coinsurance | Out-of-network: 50% coinsurance |
| Implant services: | Not covered |
| Orthodontics: | Not covered |
| Oral/Maxillofacial surgery: | In-network: 50% coinsurance | Out-of-network: 50% coinsurance |
Vision Services
Vision coverage includes in-network cost sharing for routine eye exams, contact lenses, eyeglass frames and lenses, and related eyewear services.
| Covered Service | In-Network Cost |
|---|---|
| Routine eye exam: | In-network: $0 copay | Out-of-network: $70 copay |
| Contact lenses: | In-network: $0 copay | Out-of-network: $0 copay |
| Eyeglass frames only: | In-network: $0 copay | Out-of-network: $0 copay |
| Eyeglass lenses only: | In-network: $0-$153 copay | Out-of-network: $0-$153 copay |
| Eyeglasses (frames & lenses): | Not covered |
| Upgrades: | Not covered |
Hearing Services
Hearing coverage includes in-network cost sharing for hearing exams, fittings and evaluations, prescription hearing aids, and over-the-counter hearing aids.
| Covered Service | In-Network Cost |
|---|---|
| Hearing exam: | In-network: $0 copay | Out-of-network: $70 copay |
| Fitting/evaluation: | Not covered |
| Prescription hearing aids: | In-network: $199-$1249 copay | Out-of-network: $199-$1249 copay |
| OTC hearing aids: | In-network: $199-$829 copay | Out-of-network: $199-$829 copay |
Additional and Special Needs Services
Additional benefits may include in-network services for adult day health, palliative care, personal emergency response systems, weight management, alternative therapies, and home safety needs.
| Covered Service | In-Network Cost |
|---|---|
| Adult day health services: | Not covered |
| Home-based palliative care: | Not covered |
| Personal emergency response system: | Not covered |
| Weight management programs: | Not covered |
| Wigs for chemotherapy-related hair loss: | Not covered |
| Alternative therapies: | Not covered |
| Massage therapy: | Not covered |
| Home/bathroom safety devices: | In-network: $0 copay | Out-of-network: $0 copay |
Peoples Health Patriot covers 100% of certain preventive services as a required Part B benefit.
Prescription Drug Coverage
This plan does not include a Medicare Part D plan for prescriptions.
CMS Medicare Star Ratings
Each year, Medicare Advantage PPOs are rated by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) across nine categories using a 5-star system. These star ratings are designed to help you assess the quality of care and service offered by this Peoples Health plan.
| 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 | Not enough data available |
| Drug Safety and Accuracy of Drug Pricing |
Contact Peoples Health
Call 833-748-3201 (TTY 711) to speak with a licensed HealthCompare insurance agent (M-F 8AM-10PM, Sat 9AM-8PM EST) and learn more about this plan and other plans on this site. You may also Enroll Online .
| Contact Type | Details |
|---|---|
| Website: | Peoples Health Plan Page |
| New Members: | 1-800-555-5757 |
| Existing Members: | 1-877-369-1907 |
| Plan Address: | P.O. Box 30770 | Salt Lake City, UT 84130 |
Medicare Plan Decision Resources
Medicare Plan Data Sources and Methodology
| Data Source | Publisher | CMS Version |
|---|---|---|
| Landscape Source Files | Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services | 202608 |
| Medicare Part C & D Performance | Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services | 2026 |
| Plan Benefits Package | Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services | 2026 |
| Monthly Enrollment by Contract/Plan/State/County | Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services | 2026-08 |
| Publisher | Reference | Last Accessed |
|---|---|---|
| Peoples Health (official source) | http://peopleshealth.com | October 13, 2025 |
| Medicare.gov | Understanding Medicare Advantage Plans | 25 May, 2025 |
| NCOA.org | 5 Steps to Choosing the Right Medicare Plan for You | 25 May, 2025 |
| Medicare.gov | Your coverage options | 25 May, 2025 |
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