Genesis Health Club - Brownwood

[Boilerman]

I’m considering moving to a Medicare medigap plan through AARP/ UHC (plan G).

I see they have a gym membership benefit in this plan, Renew Active. The UHC website has a number of gyms in the area, including both Genesis Health clubs. But the Genesis clubs are listed as a “premium” location, with the note that not all medigap plans include premium gyms.

Does anyone here have a UHC medigap plan G and knows whether the Genesis gyms are included? If so, are their limitations because its considered premium? Does Genesis Brownwood get too crowded during the busy season? Thanks!

[Papa_lecki]

Don’t know the answer to the Edgar question, i suggest you call.

I’ve used genesis in brownwood during high season. I would say it gets crowded, but not too crowded that you can’t get a good workout in. I was always able to get equipment to use.

[jimmyinvillages]

The Genesis busyness wouldn't be seasonal I think as much as time of day.
Mornings are super crowded.
Getting there after 11am if you can everything feels better.
It's a nice gym but I wouldn't consider it an amazing gym compared to bigger city gyms in Orlando, Tampa, Miami, etc.
Much more available than the fit clubs in the rec centers.

Hope that helps.

[retiredguy123]

I’m considering moving to a Medicare medigap plan through AARP/ UHC (plan G).

I see they have a gym membership benefit in this plan, Renew Active. The UHC website has a number of gyms in the area, including both Genesis Health clubs. But the Genesis clubs are listed as a “premium” location, with the note that not all medigap plans include premium gyms.

Does anyone here have a UHC medigap plan G and knows whether the Genesis gyms are included? If so, are their limitations because its considered premium? Does Genesis Brownwood get too crowded during the busy season? Thanks!
According to Genesis, they only offer benefits to UHC Advantage Plan members, not medigap or supplement plans.

This also applies to other non-UHC medigap and Medicare supplement plans.

[Boilerman]

According to Genesis, they only offer benefits to UHC Advantage Plan members, not medigap or supplement plans.

This also applies to other non-UHC medigap and Medicare supplement plans.

Ok thanks

[biker1]

Yes, Genesis, at least Brownwood, is included with the AARP/UHC Supplemental (aka Medigap) Plans via RenewActive; my wife and I have been using the RenewActive benefits at the Brownwood location for a number of years. They also have a location in Spanish Springs but I haven't been there. The Brownwood location can be crowded in the mornings, especially during snowbird season, but nothing you can't deal with. The afternoons are more lightly attended. You need to signup for the classes.

I’m considering moving to a Medicare medigap plan through AARP/ UHC (plan G).

I see they have a gym membership benefit in this plan, Renew Active. The UHC website has a number of gyms in the area, including both Genesis Health clubs. But the Genesis clubs are listed as a “premium” location, with the note that not all medigap plans include premium gyms.

Does anyone here have a UHC medigap plan G and knows whether the Genesis gyms are included? If so, are their limitations because its considered premium? Does Genesis Brownwood get too crowded during the busy season? Thanks!

[Susan1717]

I have the UHC aarp renew active and I’m very disappointed as not as many gyms are a part of it as Silver Sneakers from my Aetna plan last year.

[LizzieBorden]

What does the renew - active mean? I have AARP UHC supplement and have had it for 10 years. As far as my research has gone, only silver sneakers was accepted on it. I recently heard information that the AARP supplement is now accepted at Brownwood /Spanish SPringsw Genesis Health Club. I plan on investigating it when I return in October to see if it is accepted. I dont know what renew-active means though if someone can help me out.

[Sandancer]

I’m considering moving to a Medicare medigap plan through AARP/ UHC (plan G).

I see they have a gym membership benefit in this plan, Renew Active. The UHC website has a number of gyms in the area, including both Genesis Health clubs. But the Genesis clubs are listed as a “premium” location, with the note that not all medigap plans include premium gyms.

Does anyone here have a UHC medigap plan G and knows whether the Genesis gyms are included? If so, are their limitations because its considered premium? Does Genesis Brownwood get too crowded during the busy season? Thanks!
I have united healthcare plan G & I have renew active at Genesis..I don't know what the medigap plan is, but if you go over to the Gym & show them your insurance card, they will tell you right away...

[BBBnWitty]

I’m considering moving to a Medicare medigap plan through AARP/ UHC (plan G).

I see they have a gym membership benefit in this plan, Renew Active. The UHC website has a number of gyms in the area, including both Genesis Health clubs. But the Genesis clubs are listed as a “premium” location, with the note that not all medigap plans include premium gyms.

Does anyone here have a UHC medigap plan G and knows whether the Genesis gyms are included? If so, are their limitations because its considered premium? Does Genesis Brownwood get too crowded during the busy season? Thanks!

I have that plan. They accept it. I pay nothing extra.

[biker1]

Medigap = Medicare Supplemental

I have united healthcare plan G & I have renew active at Genesis..I don't know what the medigap plan is, but if you go over to the Gym & show them your insurance card, they will tell you right away...

[biker1]

It has been accepted for at least 7 years (back when it was MVP).

What does the renew - active mean? I have AARP UHC supplement and have had it for 10 years. As far as my research has gone, only silver sneakers was accepted on it. I recently heard information that the AARP supplement is now accepted at Brownwood /Spanish SPringsw Genesis Health Club. I plan on investigating it when I return in October to see if it is accepted. I dont know what renew-active means though if someone can help me out.

[MSGirl]

According to Genesis, they only offer benefits to UHC Advantage Plan members, not medigap or supplement plans.

This also applies to other non-UHC medigap and Medicare supplement plans.

They include AARP-UHC plan G

[conn630]

AARP plan F accepted. I have been free for years.

[retiredguy123]

They include AARP-UHC plan G
Not according to the Genesis guy I talked with. Also, the AARP website says they only offer a coupon worth $32 per month through a third party, but they say that is not enough to join the premium gyms.

OP, I would suggest that you visit the Genesis gym and get first hand information about exactly what they do accept before enrolling in any Medicare supplement plan.

[biker1]

Genesis at Brownwood, and MVP before Genesis acquired it, accepts AARP/UHC Supplemental Plan (at least Plan F, G, and N) RenewActive benefits for zero cost per month. How do I know? I have been participating for years. It is possible that Genesis is not considered a "premium gym" but the OP was specifically asking about Genesis. For me, a "premium gym" would have a pool, which Genesis Brownwood does not have.

Not according to the Genesis guy I talked with. Also, the AARP website says they only offer a coupon worth $32 per month through a third party, but they say that is not enough to join the premium gyms.

OP, I would suggest that you visit the Genesis gym and get first hand information about exactly what they do accept before enrolling in any Medicare supplement plan.

[Boilerman]

Thanks to all the replies. I’m pretty sure I’ll be moving to UHC plan G and the use of Genesis would be a bonus for me. Sounds like there are several folks here using Genesis regularly with the same plan so thank you!

[Boilerman]

What does the renew - active mean? I have AARP UHC supplement and have had it for 10 years. As far as my research has gone, only silver sneakers was accepted on it. I recently heard information that the AARP supplement is now accepted at Brownwood /Spanish SPringsw Genesis Health Club. I plan on investigating it when I return in October to see if it is accepted. I dont know what renew-active means though if someone can help me out.

Renew Active is the name of the gym membership benefit from AARP/UHC Medicare plans. Silver Sneakers is a similar, but different program that other insurance companies use.

[retiredguy123]

Genesis at Brownwood, and MVP before Genesis acquired it, accepts AARP/UHC Supplemental Plan (at least Plan F, G, and N) RenewActive benefits for zero cost per month. How do I know? I have been participating for years. It is possible that Genesis is not considered a "premium gym" but the OP was specifically asking about Genesis. For me, a "premium gym" would have a pool, which Genesis Brownwood does not have.
Genesis is listed as a "premium location" on the UHC Renew Active website, and it says that premium gyms may not be included on all health plans. Click on this link.

ERROR: The request could not be satisfied (https://www.uhcrenewactive.com/location?zipcode=32163&radius=20&gymnetwork=medicaresupplement)

[biker1]

The OP was specifically asking about Genesis Brownwood and AARP/UHC Supplemental Plan G. The answer is yes, it is included, as myself and several others have already indicated based on personal experiences.

Genesis is listed as a "premium location" on the UHC Renew Active website, and it says that premium gyms may not be included on all health plans.

ERROR: The request could not be satisfied (https://www.uhcrenewactive.com/location?zipcode=32163&radius=20&gymnetwork=medicaresupplement)

[retiredguy123]

The OP was specifically asking about Genesis Brownwood and AARP/UHC Supplemental Plan G. The answer is yes, it is included, as myself and several others have already indicated based on personal experiences.
According to Steven at the Genesis Brownwood, they do not have any partnership or benefits for the AARP/UHC supplement Plan G. They only offer benefits to members of the UHC "advantage" plans. This is the information I received from 2 people at Genesis in Brownwood. That is why I recommended that the OP visit Genesis to get the information first hand and that it is current information.

[biker1]

I don't know how to make this any clearer. My wife and I, and several others who have posted on this thread, have AARP/UHC Supplemental Plans and have zero cost memberships to Genesis Brownwood via the RenewActive benefit.

According to Steven at the Genesis Brownwood, they do not have any partnership or benefits for the AARP/UHC supplement Plan G. They only offer benefits to members of the UHC "advantage" plans. This is the information I received from 2 people at Genesis in Brownwood. That is why I recommended that the OP visit Genesis to get the information first hand and that it is current information.

[Emkay56]

I had a UHC plan that had Renew Active and yes, I was able to use Genesis. Now I have a new plan that has Silver Sneakers and Genesis told me they only take Florida Blue for silver sneakers. My plan is Humana so I can no longer use Genesis.

I’m considering moving to a Medicare medigap plan through AARP/ UHC (plan G).

I see they have a gym membership benefit in this plan, Renew Active. The UHC website has a number of gyms in the area, including both Genesis Health clubs. But the Genesis clubs are listed as a “premium” location, with the note that not all medigap plans include premium gyms.

Does anyone here have a UHC medigap plan G and knows whether the Genesis gyms are included? If so, are their limitations because its considered premium? Does Genesis Brownwood get too crowded during the busy season? Thanks!

[BlueStarAirlines]

Does Genesis Brownwood get too crowded during the busy season? Thanks!

The gym is ALWAYS busy...regardless of snowbird season! I tried mornings and it is too much! Thins out around lunch time and then picks back up in the afternoon.

I think the crowd would be much less if folks treated it as a gym instead of a social club. Lots of folks talking for 5-10 minutes between sets or watching tv on the treadmill at a pace thats slower than walking.

I'm actually paying full price for membership, so its frustrating that a 30 minute workout using weights sometimes takes an hour just waiting for my machines/free weights to open up.

[retiredguy123]

I don't know how to make this any clearer. My wife and I, and several others who have posted on this thread, have AARP/UHC Supplemental Plans and have zero cost memberships to Genesis Brownwood via the RenewActive benefit.
You have been pretty clear, but there are several online discussions about AARP/UHC health plans dropping their Renew Active benefits for the premium gym locations in 2025. Here is just one Youtube video that discusses this topic. Genesis reps have told me that they no longer offer free memberships for the AARP/UHC supplement plans.

https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=1gEIIHEES70

[PilotAlan]

In fairness, you may be grandfathered in following a policy change.
Direct ask to the place in question is always a good idea.

I don't know how to make this any clearer. My wife and I, and several others who have posted on this thread, have AARP/UHC Supplemental Plans and have zero cost memberships to Genesis Brownwood via the RenewActive benefit.

[spinner1001]

According to Steven at the Genesis Brownwood, they do not have any partnership or benefits for the AARP/UHC supplement Plan G. They only offer benefits to members of the UHC "advantage" plans. This is the information I received from 2 people at Genesis in Brownwood. That is why I recommended that the OP visit Genesis to get the information first hand and that it is current information.

@retiredguy123 What is your response if Steve is wrong? Please answer my question first before delving into the Steve's knowledge.

[spinner1001]

In fairness, you may be grandfathered in following a policy change.
Direct ask to the place in question is always a good idea.

"You may be"

[retiredguy123]

@retiredguy123 What is your response if Steve is wrong? Please answer my question first before delving into the Steve's knowledge.
Not sure I understand your question. I can't guarantee that Steve is correct. But he is the representative that I spoke with at Genesis. That is why I quoted him. Also, there are several online blogs that say the UHC Renew Active benefits are being reduced in 2025, which is consistent with what Steve told me.

[biker1]

This is clearly not correct as my membership at Genesis has zero cost.

You have been pretty clear, but there are several online discussions about AARP/UHC health plans dropping their Renew Active benefits for the premium gym locations in 2025. Here is just one Youtube video that discusses this topic. Genesis reps have told me that they no longer offer free memberships for the AARP/UHC supplement plans.

https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=1gEIIHEES70

[biker1]

I question whether they can offer differing benefits. Genesis Brownwood is listed on my RenewActive webpage as a participating gym.

In fairness, you may be grandfathered in following a policy change.
Direct ask to the place in question is always a good idea.

[JWish]

I’m considering moving to a Medicare medigap plan through AARP/ UHC (plan G).

I see they have a gym membership benefit in this plan, Renew Active. The UHC website has a number of gyms in the area, including both Genesis Health clubs. But the Genesis clubs are listed as a “premium” location, with the note that not all medigap plans include premium gyms.

Does anyone here have a UHC medigap plan G and knows whether the Genesis gyms are included? If so, are their limitations because its considered premium? Does Genesis Brownwood get too crowded during the busy season? Thanks!

We have UHC Plan G high deductible and it covers 100% of Genesis Brownwood. Agree it gets busy but always able to get the equipment you want. I love the classes. We both love love the Genesis gym!

[Rande]

I had a UHC plan that had Renew Active and yes, I was able to use Genesis. Now I have a new plan that has Silver Sneakers and Genesis told me they only take Florida Blue for silver sneakers. My plan is Humana so I can no longer use Genesis.

I have Humana Advantage Plan. It’s accepted. I checked before I enrolled in the plan.

[KathyW]

Ok thanks

I have Plan G UNC and have free access to Genesis. It is NOT only for Medicare Advantage members.

[Boilerman]

I have Plan G UNC and have free access to Genesis. It is NOT only for Medicare Advantage members.

Thank you!