What do Fully Integrated Dual Eligible (FIDE) plans provide?

Fully Integrated Dual Eligible (FIDE) plans are specifically designed to provide seamless integration of Medicare and Medicaid services for individuals who qualify for both programs, also known as dual eligibles. By directly integrating these services, FIDE plans aim to deliver coordinated care that addresses the comprehensive health and social needs of dual eligibles, leading to better health outcomes and improved patient experiences.

This integration allows for a more holistic approach to healthcare, ensuring that individuals receive not just medical care, but also support for long-term services and supports, which may include behavioral health services, housing assistance, and social services. As a result, dual eligible beneficiaries can navigate their healthcare options more effectively, leading to enhanced care continuity and addressing barriers that can arise from the separation of Medicare and Medicaid systems.

The other options suggest various aspects of care management but do not reflect the primary focus of FIDE plans, which is to unify and harmonize the clinical and support services that are typically managed separately in traditional settings.