How Much OTC Benefit Do I Get? 2026 Amounts by Plan

Find out how much OTC allowance you get with your Medicare Advantage plan. Amounts range from $25 to $300+ per quarter.

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OTC Allowance Amounts by Carrier

Your OTC benefit amount depends on your specific Medicare Advantage plan:

  • UnitedHealthcare: $25–$200/quarter depending on plan tier
  • Humana: $35–$175/quarter
  • Aetna: $30–$150/quarter
  • Anthem BCBS: $40–$200/quarter
  • WellCare: $30–$125/quarter
  • Cigna: $25–$100/quarter
  • Molina: $50–$175/quarter

D-SNP (dual-eligible) plans typically offer higher amounts, sometimes $200–$480 per quarter.

How to Check Your Amount

Call the number on your member ID card, log into your plan's member portal, or check your Evidence of Coverage (EOC) document. Your quarterly allowance resets every 3 months and unused amounts do NOT roll over.

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