Which statement best describes D-SNP eligibility?

• A. D-SNPs are available to all Medicare beneficiaries regardless of Medicaid status
• B. D-SNPs coordinate with Medicaid and require Part A and Part B
• C. D-SNPs are only for private payers
• D. D-SNPs exist only in certain states

Answer: (B)

D-SNP eligibility centers on being dual-eligible and having coordinated benefits between Medicare and Medicaid. These plans are specifically designed for people who qualify for both Medicare and Medicaid, so they manage and align benefits across both programs. A key requirement is enrollment in Medicare Part A and Part B, along with Medicaid coverage in the state. That combination enables the plan to coordinate care and benefits more smoothly, often with added supports tailored to dual-eligible individuals. The idea isn’t that any Medicare beneficiary can join, nor that these plans are only for private payers or restricted to a few states; the essential point is the dual-eligibility and Medicaid coordination plus Part A and Part B enrollment.