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Building on Health Net's suite of Salud con Health Net products currently available to employers and individuals, this new medical and prescription drug plan provides Latino Medicare beneficiaries access to culturally sensitive health care services in the counties of Los Angeles, Orange, Riverside and San Bernardino for the annual enrollment period, beginning November 15, the Company noted in a release. The launch was announced at Health Net's East Los Angeles Community Solutions Center.
"The Latino community is the fastest-growing market in California," said Ana Andrade, Health Net, Inc. vice president of Latino Programs, who led the launch of the company's first Salud product in 2000. "With this plan, Latino seniors can count on affordability, cost predictability and quality care from a network of culturally sensitive health care providers who are Latino or are trained and experienced in providing medical care that recognizes the special needs of Latinos."
Health Net said that Salud Medicare has a $0 monthly premium and $0 doctor and hospital copayments. It also covers transportation services for medical-related appointments to the plan's targeted network of health care providers. Members also have the opportunity to improve their health and well-being through a program called "Silver and Fit," which encourages members to reap the health and wellness benefits of a fitness routine - whether in the comfort of their own home or by enrolling for a no-charge membership at a local health club.
David Hayes-Bautista, Ph.D., a national expert on Latino health care, said Health Net's Salud Medicare is a step in the right direction. "While Latino seniors tend to see doctors and use hospitals less often than their non-Latino peers, it is important that they are comfortable in accessing the health care system when they need to and are encouraged to seek preventive care," said Hayes-Bautisita. "Health Net selected physician and other caregivers for its provider network who bridge the cultural and language gaps that can create barriers for Latino patients."
According to the latest U.S. Census figures, Latino seniors, ages 65 and older, currently total 2.3 million and make up 6.5 percent of the U.S. elderly population. Projections have this group growing to 15 million by the year 2050, making up 17.5 percent of the U.S. elderly population. Not only will Latinos make up a large percentage of the elderly population in the future, but several industry studies also indicate they are expected to live longer than seniors of other ethnic backgrounds.
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