Core Insights - Aetna, a CVS Health company, announced its 2026 Medicare Advantage products designed to meet the diverse needs of its members, emphasizing innovation and support for health care access [2][4]. Product Offerings - Aetna will provide Medicare Advantage Prescription Drug plans in 43 states and Washington, D.C., accessible to 57 million Medicare-eligible beneficiaries [3]. - The offerings include Special Needs Plans (SNPs), MA-only plans, prescription drug plans (PDP), and Medicare Supplement products [3]. Member-Centric Benefits - Aetna's plans focus on access, simplicity, and care tailored to members' needs, with supplemental benefits such as dental, vision, hearing, and fitness included in all MA plans [4][5]. - Key highlights for 2026 include $0 copays for Tier 1 drugs and covered vaccines at in-network pharmacies, as well as $0 copays for preventive services like colonoscopies and mammograms [5][6]. Financial Accessibility - Aetna offers a plan with a $0 monthly premium in every county where plans are available, with an estimated 82% of Medicare-eligible beneficiaries having access to a $0 monthly premium Aetna MA plan [6]. - The Aetna Medicare Extra Benefits Card allows eligible members to use an allowance for various services and products at CVS and other participating locations [6][8]. Special Needs Plans Commitment - Aetna is enhancing its commitment to Special Needs Plans, providing additional targeted benefits for members with unique health and coverage needs [7]. Prescription Drug Coverage - Aetna's Medicare Part D offerings are designed to improve access and support better health outcomes, with all plans including dental, vision, and hearing benefits [8]. - The company is expanding its Chronic Condition Special Needs Plans (C-SNPs) to 18 states, offering $0 copays for primary care related to chronic conditions [8][9]. Out-of-Pocket Maximums - Members will have an annual out-of-pocket maximum of $2,100 for covered prescription drugs, with various plans offering $0 copays for Tier 1 drugs [9]. Additional Resources - The CVS Health Resources For Living program will be available to Dual Eligible Special Needs Plans (D-SNPs) and C-SNPs, providing support for physical and mental health needs [8]. - Aetna's SilverScript® plans will offer $0 monthly premiums for members receiving full Extra Help in 18 states, with other premiums ranging from $14.70 to $116 [12].