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It’s time to choose a plan with the savings, extra benefits, and provider network you deserve. With CarePartners of Connecticut’s $0 monthly premium PPO plan you get $1,500 of dental coverage, $408/calendar year for over-the-counter health items, a $250 Wellness Allowance, $0 medical and $0 Rx deductible, vision, hearing and more. Plus, a $0 monthly premium HMO plan option is available with a $3,000 dental benefit, and $500 Wellness Allowance. Call to request your complimentary Medicare Buyer’s Guide today. 1-844-360-7623 (TTY:711). Request more information or enroll now.*

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