U.S. health plan members has an unresolved food need — and many don’t even know their plan may cover it
What many Medicare Advantage and Medicaid beneficiaries still don’t know: their plan may include monthly deliveries of fresh fruits and vegetables, straight to their home, at no extra cost.
Does this cost anything?
No. The benefit is completely free for eligible Medicare and Medicaid members.
Who can receive it?
People enrolled in certain Medicare Advantage, Medicaid, or DSNP plans.
Do I need to pick up the boxes?
No. Items are delivered straight to your home — no need to go anywhere.
Do I need to change my current insurance?
No. It’s an added benefit within your existing plan. It doesn’t change any coverage.
Pyx Health is a health program that works directly with Medicare Advantage, Medicaid, and DSNP plans to deliver fresh food boxes to eligible members at home, at no cost. Beyond food, the program offers real human support: health coordinators available by phone and a free app with resources for health, nutrition, medical transportation, and more.
| Summary | Detail |
|---|---|
| Cost | Free for eligible members |
| Who | Medicare Advantage, Medicaid, DSNP |
| Delivery | Straight to your home |
| Managed by | Pyx Health (since 2017) |
⚠️ Important: This benefit doesn’t expire, but many eligible members go years without claiming it simply because no one told them it existed.
In the next step we’ll show you the complete step-by-step to check your eligibility and start receiving your boxes.
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