Medicare contract · plan years 2026 and 2027CMS landscape and crosswalk
Amerihealth Caritas Vip Next, Inc. (H0738)
H0738Contract
A company of Independence Health Group, Inc., sold as AmeriHealth Caritas VIP Care (HMO-D-SNP)
2 plans in 2027 (2 in 2026) · 1,133 members in September 2026
Amerihealth Caritas Vip Next, Inc. is the Independence Health Group, Inc. company that holds Medicare contract H0738, sold as AmeriHealth Caritas VIP Care (HMO-D-SNP). In 2027 it offers 2 plans (2 in 2026); every one of its 2026 plans continues in 2027. 1,133 people were in its plans in September 2026.
What plans does H0738 offer for 2027?
| Plan | Type | Monthly premium | Out-of-pocket limit | Area | For 2027 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AmeriHealth Caritas VIP CareH0738-001 | HMO D-SNP | $7.90 | $9,850 | 3 counties | renews |
| AmeriHealth Caritas VIP Care ChoiceH0738-002 | HMO D-SNP | $0 | $9,250 | 3 counties | renews |
Source: CMS Medicare Advantage and Part D landscape files for 2027 (Sept. 22, 2026, revised Sept. 30) and 2026 (Sept. 2, 2026 revision); CMS plan crosswalk from 2026 to 2027 (Oct. 1, 2026).
How did CMS rate it for 2026?
The overall rating is not rated (too little data) (health plan not rated, drug plan not rated). Of its 8 rated measures, the lowest and the highest:
| Lowest-rated measures | Stars |
|---|---|
| Care for Older Adults – Pain Assessment | 2 |
| MTM Program Completion Rate for CMR | 2 |
| Statin Use in Persons with Diabetes (SUPD) | 2 |
| Diabetes Care – Eye Exam | 3 |
| Highest-rated measures | Stars |
|---|---|
| Medication Adherence for Hypertension (RAS antagonists) | 5 |
| Osteoporosis Management in Women who had a Fracture | 5 |
| Members Choosing to Leave the Plan | 4 |
| Complaints about the Drug Plan | 4 |
Source: CMS Part C and D Star Ratings data tables, 2026 (October 2025).
What else should you check?
- All AmeriHealth Caritas VIP Care (HMO-D-SNP) plansEvery contract of the brand
- Star ratings of every contractThe 2026 ratings, and 2027 when CMS publishes them
- Find a plan by its IDFrom the card or a letter