C-SNP
The condition list is set by CMS for the plan. This page does not confirm that a person qualifies.
Source: Medicare.gov, Special Needs Plans. Page read October 14, 2026.
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Definition · Medicare program and benefits
C-SNP
A C-SNP is a Chronic Condition Special Needs Plan. It is a Medicare Advantage plan that limits enrollment to people with a severe or disabling chronic condition that CMS allows for that plan. It is not a D-SNP and not an I-SNP. Star Ratings still apply to the contract. The ratings lookup is at /star-ratings-2027.
Questions
C-SNP, answered
Is a C-SNP the same as a D-SNP?
No. A C-SNP enrolls people with a specified chronic condition. A D-SNP enrolls people who have both Medicare and Medicaid.