CareAdvantage Dual Eligible Special Needs Plan (D-SNP) 2026

Getting Started

As a CareAdvantage member, you pay $0 for covered services. So not using your benefits is like throwing money away! It’s easy to get started – just take these six simple steps!

  • 1

    Take the Health Risk Assessment

    Let HPSM and your providers know what kind of care you need to be healthy. Read more

  • 2

    Get to know your member ID cards

    Bring your cards all your healthcare appointments and the pharmacy. Learn more

  • 3

    Sign up for the Member Portal

    Select your primary care provider (PCP), change your address and more. Sign-in or sign-up

  • 4

    Choose your PCP and schedule your first visit

    Do this within 60 days of joining HPSM, even if you are healthy. Learn more

  • 5

    Find out how to get your medicines and medical supplies

    Search our online Formulary: if you use durable medical equipment, see if you need prior authorization. Find out more

  • 6

    Understand your benefits

    Includes a range of valuable service options you only get with CareAdvantage. Learn more

Joining CareAdvantage is easy!

If you live in San Mateo County, have Medicare Parts A & B and full-scope Medi-Cal through HPSM

Call our Medicare Specialists
Local: 650-616-1500
Toll-free: 1-888-252-3153
TTY: 1-800-735-2929 (or dial 711)
Monday to Friday from 9:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m.