Medicare Advantage Dental, Vision & Hearing — it’s one of the most common questions I get from Medicare beneficiaries. Let me break it down in plain English.
I’m Michael Cubell, a licensed independent insurance agent with Triangle Life & Health. I help people across 13 states navigate Medicare — and I’m going to give you the straight answers here.
The Short Answer
Medicare Advantage (Part C) plans are offered by private insurance companies as an alternative to Original Medicare. They bundle Parts A, B, and usually D into one plan — often with extra benefits like dental, vision, and hearing at no additional cost.
Key Things to Know
- ✅ Many plans have $0 monthly premiums (you still pay Part B)
- ✅ Plans include an out-of-pocket maximum that Original Medicare doesn’t have
- ✅ Extra benefits vary by plan — dental, vision, hearing, fitness, OTC allowance
- ✅ Network restrictions apply (HMO vs PPO) — check that your doctors are covered
- ✅ Plans change every year — review your coverage annually during AEP
How I Can Help
As an independent agent, I compare every plan available in your ZIP code — from UnitedHealthcare, Humana, Aetna, and more. I check your doctors, your prescriptions, and your budget to find the best fit.
My service is completely free — the carriers pay me, not you. And there’s never any obligation.
Get Personalized Help
Call (919) 944-8443 or schedule a free consultation. I’ll answer your questions and help you make the right choice.