Medicare & Medicaid?
You Deserve More.
If you have both Medicare and Medicaid, you may qualify for a Dual Special Needs Plan (D-SNP) — a specialized Medicare Advantage plan with extra benefits including grocery allowances, dental, and more. Check your eligibility free.
Check D-SNP Eligibility — Free
Takes 60 seconds. Our licensed advisors verify your eligibility at no cost.
By submitting this form, you consent to be contacted by a licensed insurance agent from SJM Insurance Services, LLC at the phone number you provided regarding Medicare Advantage, D-SNP, or other insurance options. You are under no obligation to enroll in any plan. Standard message and data rates may apply. Your information will not be shared with other marketing organizations without your explicit consent.
What Is a Dual Special Needs Plan?
A D-SNP is a specialized type of Medicare Advantage plan designed exclusively for people who qualify for both Medicare and Medicaid — often called “dual eligibles.”
Medicare
Federal health insurance for people 65+ or those with qualifying disabilities. Covers hospital and medical care through Parts A and B.
powerful plan
Medicaid
State health coverage for low-income individuals and families in New York. Covers additional costs Medicare doesn't pay.
A D-SNP Plan Coordinates Both Coverages — Plus Extra Benefits
Instead of managing two separate coverages, a D-SNP combines Medicare and Medicaid into a single, coordinated plan — with a care team dedicated to you, plus additional benefits you can't get elsewhere.
What D-SNP Members Get
Beyond coordinated Medicare and Medicaid coverage, D-SNP plans in Brooklyn offer significant supplemental benefits unavailable with Original Medicare.
Flex Spending Card
A pre-loaded benefit card you can use at participating grocery stores for food and for utility bills — every single month.
Most Popular BenefitComprehensive Dental
Cleanings, fillings, extractions, dentures, and major dental work — covered under your plan benefit.
Vision Care
Eye exams plus a yearly allowance toward prescription glasses or contact lenses at participating providers.
Hearing Coverage
Annual hearing exams and a significant allowance toward the cost of hearing aids — often fully covered.
Medical Transportation
Free rides to and from medical appointments, pharmacies, and approved health-related locations in Brooklyn.
Prescription Coverage
Most D-SNP plans include robust Part D drug coverage with very low or $0 copays for many tier 1–2 medications.
Benefit amounts and availability vary by plan, carrier, and service area. The values shown represent typical 2026 Brooklyn-area D-SNP plan benefits and do not represent a complete description of benefits for any specific plan. D-SNP plans are available to individuals eligible for both Medicare and Medicaid. Contact us for personalized benefit information based on your zip code and eligibility. We do not offer every plan available in your area. Please contact Medicare.gov or 1-800-MEDICARE (TTY: 1-877-486-2048) for information on all of your options.
Do You Qualify for D-SNP?
You may qualify for a D-SNP plan if you meet the following criteria. Check off what applies to you — then contact us to verify and get enrolled.
D-SNP Eligibility Criteria
Enrolled in Medicare Part A & B
Also called "Original Medicare" — this is the federal health insurance
Enrolled in New York Medicaid
State health coverage for low-income individuals and families
Age 65 or Older
Standard Medicare eligibility age — OR qualify due to disability
Under 65 with Qualifying Disability
Some people qualify for Medicare before 65 due to SSDI or specific conditions
Low or Fixed Income
D-SNP is designed for those who qualify for Medicaid income limits in NY
Currently in Brooklyn / NYC
Must live in the service area of the D-SNP plan you enroll in
Not sure if you qualify? Let us check for you — free.
Many Brooklyn residents don't know they qualify for D-SNP and are leaving hundreds of dollars in benefits on the table every month. Our licensed advisors verify your eligibility at no cost, with no obligation to enroll.
Serving Brooklyn's Dual-Eligible Community
Brooklyn has one of the highest concentrations of dual-eligible Medicare and Medicaid beneficiaries in New York. Many are immigrant families, seniors on fixed incomes, and community members who are underserved by traditional insurance agencies.
At SJM Cares, we specialize in helping Brooklyn's diverse community navigate D-SNP enrollment — in English, Arabic, Urdu, and Spanish. We come to you if needed.
Food Assistance
Your D-SNP grocery allowance + SNAP + Brooklyn food pantries = comprehensive food security
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Your D-SNP utility allowance + NYC Housing Connect can significantly reduce monthly costs
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Contact NAMI →D-SNP — Your Questions Answered
Everything Brooklyn seniors ask us about Dual Special Needs Plans.
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By submitting this form, you consent to be contacted by a licensed insurance agent from SJM Insurance Services, LLC at the phone number you provided regarding Medicare Advantage, D-SNP, or other insurance options. You are under no obligation to enroll in any plan. Standard message and data rates may apply. Your information will not be shared with other marketing organizations without your explicit consent.