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A doctor who accepts Medicare has agreed to bill Medicare for covered services. Being in-network for a Medicare Advantage plan means that doctor has a separate contract with your specific private plan, which affects your costs and whether the plan will cover the visit at all.
Medicare Part B covers doctor visits, outpatient care, preventive services like screenings and vaccines, and medically necessary services such as lab tests, imaging, and durable medical equipment. You typically pay 20% of the Medicare-approved amount after meeting your annual deductible.
SelectHealth Medicare Advantage plans are the most closely aligned with Intermountain Health's physician network, since SelectHealth is owned by Intermountain. Other carriers may include some Intermountain-affiliated doctors, but coverage varies by plan and location.
In rural Utah, a PPO is often more practical than an HMO because it gives you access to out-of-network providers, which matters a lot when nearby in-network options are limited. But PPOs typically cost more, and plan availability in rural counties can be limited regardless of plan type.
Yes. Having both Medicare and Medicaid at the same time is common and has a name: dual eligibility. Each program covers different things, and together they can significantly reduce your out-of-pocket costs.
Utah has 14 Medicare Advantage plans for 2026.Availability varies by county.