What is AARP Silver Sneakers?

SilverSneakers is a fitness program included in many Medicare plans. It is specifically designed to improve and maintain health and fitness for people ages 65 and older. SilverSneakers includes more than 70 different types of fitness classes available at more than 17,000 locations across the U.S.
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Do AARP members qualify for Silver Sneakers?

Currently, the following major insurance companies offer plans with the SilverSneakers fitness benefit: AARP. Aetna. Amerigroup.
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What does a Silver Sneakers plan cover?

SilverSneakers is a fitness program designed for the 65+ crowd that provides access to gym memberships, weight training, aerobics, and group exercise classes. Many Medicare Advantage plans cover SilverSneakers.
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What is Silver Sneakers all about?

The SilverSneakers program provides health and fitness benefits for adults 65 and older. It includes live online fitness classes, on-demand videos, and access to thousands of gyms across the country.
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Does Medicare automatically include Silver Sneakers?

SilverSneakers comes automatically with qualifying Medicare health insurance plans. Eligible Medicare beneficiaries 65 years of age and older just need to get a SilverSneakers membership card to show at participating fitness locations.
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Is Silver Sneakers being discontinued?

Some of these include AARP Silver Sneakers (also known as United Healthcare), but they have discontinued this relationship in several states. Many Medicare supplement and Medicare Advantage insurance plans include this benefit at no extra cost.
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Does AARP pay for gym membership?

It includes: A free gym membership. Access to our nationwide gym network of gyms and fitness locations—the largest of all Medicare fitness programs. View thousands of on-demand workout videos and live streaming fitness classes.
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How do you become a Silver Sneakers member?

To be eligible for SilverSneakers, you must join a participating Medicare Advantage plan or a Medicare Supplement Insurance plan. If you are already enrolled in one of those types of private insurance plans, you can visit SilverSneakers.com to see if your current plan offers the program.
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Which Medigap plans have silver sneakers?

Both Medicare Advantage and Medicare Supplement insurance (also known as Medigap) plans offer SilverSneakers benefits. Be sure to carefully review all of the plans available in your local area. Don't pick a plan just for the SilverSneakers benefit.
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How do I print my silver sneakers card?

Go to SilverSneakers.com/StartHere and create your online account. 2. Log in to view or print out your member ID number. 3.
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What is the difference between silver sneakers and renew active?

UnitedHealthcare Medicare plans that once covered SilverSneakers membership have replaced that coverage with a program called Renew Active. Renew Active is similar to SilverSneakers but also incorporates brain health activities.
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Are silver sneakers and silver and fit the same?

Are SilverSneakers ® and Silver and Fit ® the Same? SilverSneakers® and Silver and Fit® are both Medicare fitness programs, but they are not the same. They are two separate companies offering similar benefits.
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What exercise programs are covered by Medicare?

Original Medicare doesn't cover the cost of gym memberships or fitness programs. Most Medicare Advantage plans offer participation in national fitness programs like SilverSneakers or offer members an allowance for fitness program reimbursement. Medigap plans sometimes cover fitness benefits.
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Why did UHC drop silver sneakers?

According to Sam Warner, who leads UHC's Medicare Advantage product team, the company's move away from SilverSneakers® is to “reach a broader portion of our membership” with a “wider variety of fitness resources.” Warner noted that “over 90 percent of policyholders who are eligible for SilverSneakers® “never step foot ...
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What is Silver Sneakers splash?

A fun, shallow-water exercise class that uses a signature splash-board to increase movement and intensity options. Splash is suitable for all skill levels and is safe for non-swimmers. The pool provides many benefits when used for aerobic exercise and resistance training.
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How does renew active work?

Renew Active members can enjoy a free membership at a local gym that is selected from a large network of gyms and fitness locations. There, you can do a circuit using the gym's equipment, or try out their fitness classes. You can also get a personalized fitness plan.
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What is Medicare silver?

Silver Sneakers is a private health and fitness membership program designed for seniors. It's available at no cost to those enrolled in a participating Medicare Advantage plan. There are over 16,000 participating Silver Sneaker gym facilities and 70 different types of health and fitness classes available nationwide.
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Does Aetna provide Silver Sneakers?

The SilverSneakers benefit is part of Aetna Medicare Advantage plans at no added cost (if applicable); it's included in your monthly plan premium. You won't pay an extra fee to SilverSneakers or to the gyms and exercise centers you visit.
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Does Mutual of Omaha have a fitness program?

With Mutually Well, you can tailor a fitness and wellness program to meet your individual needs and goals.
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Does the Empire Plan include Silver Sneakers?

Empire offers SilverSneakers – as well as many other health plan benefits – to members enrolled in the following plans: Empire MediBlue Plus (HMO) Empire MediBlue Select (HMO)
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Is Silver Sneakers covered by TRICARE for Life?

TRICARE does not cover any exercise programs, including SilverSneakers. However, if you have TRICARE For Life (TFL), you can also enroll in a Medicare Advantage plan that offers the SilverSneakers benefit.
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Does BCBS FEP cover Silver Sneakers?

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Is AARP owned by UnitedHealthcare?

AARP® Medicare Supplement insurance plans for retirees. UnitedHealthcare Insurance Company (UnitedHealthcare) is the exclusive insurer of AARP Medicare Supplement insurance plans.
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How can I get a free AARP membership?

All people age 50 and older are eligible for full membership with AARP. As an AARP member, you will get a free secondary membership for your household, access to hundreds of carefully chosen discounts, programs and services, AARP The Magazine and much more.
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What does AARP do for seniors?

What Is AARP? AARP is a nonprofit organization for Americans nearing the age of retirement. Members receive discounts on everything from healthcare and travel to financial services, shopping and entertainment. The group also provides advice on careers, caregiving and other topics important to people 50 and over.
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