Welcome to UnitedHealthcare: Connect. (2024)

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UnitedHealthcare Dual Complete plans

Plans are insured through UnitedHealthcare Insurance Company or one of its affiliated companies, a Medicare Advantage organization with a Medicare contract and a contract with the State Medicaid Program. Enrollment in the plan depends on the plan’s contract renewal with Medicare. This plan is available to anyone who has both Medical Assistance from the State and Medicare.Benefits, features and/or devices vary by plan/area. Limitations, exclusions and/or network restrictions may apply. Benefits, premiums and/or co-payments/co-insurance may change on January 1 of each year.

Premium disclaimer

Dual Special Needs plans have a $0 premium for members with Extra Help (Low Income Subsidy).

Benefit disclaimer

Benefits, features, and/or devices vary by plan/area. Limitations, exclusions and/or network restrictions may apply.

Nurse Hotlinedisclaimer

This service should not be used for emergency or urgent care needs. In an emergency, call 911 or go to the nearest emergency room. The information provided through this service is for informational purposes only. The nurses cannot diagnose problems or recommend treatment and are not a substitute for your provider's care. Your health information is kept confidential in accordance with the law. The service is not an insurance program and may be discontinued at any time.Nurse Hotline not for use in emergencies, for informational purposes only.

UnitedHealthcare Connected® for MyCare Ohio (Medicare-Medicaid plan)

UnitedHealthcare Connected® for MyCare Ohio (Medicare-Medicaid plan) is a health plan that contracts with both Medicare and Ohio Medicaid to provide benefits of both programs to enrollees.

UnitedHealthcare Connected® (Medicare-Medicaid plan)

UnitedHealthcare Connected® (Medicare-Medicaid plan) is a health plan that contracts with both Medicare and Texas Medicaid to provide benefits of both programs to enrollees.

UnitedHealthcare Connected® for One Care (Medicare-Medicaid plan)

UnitedHealthcare Connected® for One Care (Medicare-Medicaid plan) is a health plan that contracts withboth Medicare and MassHealth (Medicaid) to provide benefits of both programs to enrollees.

UnitedHealthcare Connected® general benefit disclaimer

This is not a complete list. The benefit information is a brief summary, not a complete description of benefits. For more information contact the plan or read the member handbook. Limitations, copays and restrictions may apply. For more information, call UnitedHealthcare Connected® Member Services or read the UnitedHealthcare Connected® member handbook.

UnitedHealthcare Senior Care Options (HMO SNP) plan

UnitedHealthcare Senior Care Options (SCO) is a Coordinated Care plan with a Medicare contract and a contract with the Commonwealth of Massachusetts Medicaid program. Enrollment in the plan depends on the plan’s contract renewal with Medicare. This plan is a voluntary program that is available to anyone 65 and older who qualifies for MassHealth Standard and Original Medicare and does not have any other comprehensive health Insurance, except Medicare. If you have MassHealth Standard, but you do not qualify for Original Medicare, you may still be eligible to enroll in our MassHealth Senior Care Option plan and receive all of your MassHealth benefits through our Senior Care Options (SCO) program.

Star ratings disclaimer

Every year, Medicare evaluates plans based on a 5-Star rating system.The 5-Star rating applies to plan year 2024.

Important provider information

The choice is yours

We will provide you with information to help you make informed choices, such as physicians' and health care professionals' credentials. This information, however, is not an endorsem*nt of a particular physician or health care professional's suitability for your needs.

The providers available through this application may not necessarily reflect the full extent of UnitedHealthcare's network of contracted providers. There may be providers or certain specialties that are not included in this application that are part of our network. If you don't find the provider you are searching for, you may contact the provider directly to verify participation status with UnitedHealthcare's network, or contact Customer Care at the toll-free number shown on your UnitedHealthcare ID card. We also recommend that, prior to seeing any physician, including any specialists, you call the physician's office to verify their participation status and availability.

Some network providers may have been added or removed from our network after this directory was updated. We do not guarantee that each provider is still accepting new members.

Out-of-network/non-contracted providers are under no obligation to treat UnitedHealthcare plan members, except in emergency situations. Please call our customer service number or see your Evidence of Coverage for more information, including the cost- sharing that applies to out-of-network services.

American Disabilities Act notice

In accordance with the requirements of the federal Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 and Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973 ("ADA"), UnitedHealthcare Insurance Company provides full and equal access to covered services and does not discriminate against qualified individuals with disabilities on the basis of disability in its services, programs, or activities.

Referrals

Network providers help you and your covered family members get the care needed. Access to specialists may be coordinated by your primary care physician.

Paper directory requests

Paper copies of the network provider directory are available at no cost to members by calling the customer service number on the back of your ID card. Non-members may download and print search results from the online directory.

Inaccurate information

To report incorrect information, emailprovider_directory_invalid_issues@uhc.com. This email box is for members to report potential inaccuracies for demographic (address, phone, etc.) information in the online or paper directories. Reporting issues via this mail box will result in an outreach to the provider’s office to verify all directory demographic data, which can take approximately 30 days. Individuals can also report potential inaccuracies via phone. UnitedHealthcare Members should call the number on the back of their ID card, and non-UnitedHealthcare members can call1-888-638-6613/ TTY 711, or use your preferred relay service.

Declaration of disaster or emergency

If you’re affected by a disaster or emergency declaration by the President or a governor, or an announcement of a public health emergency by the Secretary of Health and Human Services, there is certain additional support available to you.

  • Part A, Part B, and supplemental Part C plan benefits are to be provided at specified non-contracted facilities (note that Part A and Part B benefits must be obtained at Medicare certified facilities);
  • Where applicable, requirements for gatekeeper referrals are waived in full;
  • Plan-approved out-of-network cost-sharing to network cost-sharing amounts are temporarily reduced; and
  • The 30-day notification requirement to members is waived, as long as all the changes (such as reduction of cost-sharing and waiving authorization) benefit the member.

If CMS hasn’t provided an end date for the disaster or emergency, plans will resume normal operation 30 days after the initial declaration.

Welcome to UnitedHealthcare: Connect. (2024)

FAQs

What kind of food can I buy with my UnitedHealthcare card? ›

With your healthy food credits, you could buy a wide range of approved groceries, like:
  • Fruit & vegetables.
  • Frozen produce & meals.
  • Dairy products.
  • Meat & seafood.
  • Beans & legumes.
  • Pantry staples – flour, sugar, spices, etc.
  • Healthy grains – bread, cereals, pastas, etc.
  • Nutritional shakes & bars.

How do I access my UnitedHealthcare account? ›

Visit uhceservices.com on your desktop or tablet device to sign in to your account.

What is the disadvantage of UnitedHealthcare? ›

Special needs plans can get pricey: While lower-priced plans are available, UnitedHealthcare also offers the highest-priced special needs plan (SNP) in 2024, so it's worth keeping an eye on the cost for plans that fit your needs.

How do I activate my UnitedHealthcare UCard? ›

If you haven't already, you must activate your UCard before you can use it to pay for your utility bill:
  1. Visit uhc.com.
  2. Call 866-757-1864, TTY 711 and enter the 17-digit number under the barcode on the back of your UCard.

Can I buy laundry detergent with my OTC card? ›

Use your $25 a month to get items like baby wipes, allergy products, pain relief medicine and more. You can also get everyday items like laundry detergent, soap and toothbrushes.

Can I buy chips with my Healthy Benefits card? ›

"You can use your benefits to purchase OTC products including allergy medication, cough drops, first aid supplies, oral care, pain relievers, vitamins, and more," reads the Health Benefits website. Certain items such as soda, candy, chips, and other junk foods are usually not eligible for purchase with the card.

Why are people leaving Advantage plans? ›

Once enrolled, many beneficiaries realize that the additional benefits have very limited coverage, and finding a doctor who accepts the plan in their area can be difficult. With these limits, you could end up footing the bill for care even though you thought your plan would cover the services.

Is there a class action lawsuit against UnitedHealthcare? ›

INVESTOR ALERT: DiCello Levitt LLP Announces Shareholder Class Action Against UnitedHealth Group Inc. (NYSE: UNH); Investors with Losses Encouraged to Seek Counsel. SAN DIEGO, May 24, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- A class action lawsuit has been filed on behalf of purchasers or acquirers of UnitedHealth Group Inc.

What is the controversy with UnitedHealthcare? ›

UnitedHealth is currently being sued by a nonprofit group of hospitals and doctors in California over allegedly using its market power to try and force them to agree not to compete for primary care physicians.

What bills can I pay with my UCard? ›

A credit will be loaded to your UnitedHealthcare UCard® every month to help pay for healthy food, over-the-counter (OTC) products, and utility bills. Shop in-store or online to buy covered groceries, pain relievers, cold remedies and more.

What stores can I use my UCard? ›

Where Can I Use My UnitedHealthcare Healthy Food Card? (UCard)
  • Walmart.
  • Walgreens.
  • CVS.
  • Kroger.
  • Publix.
  • HEB.
  • Family Dollar.
  • Dollar General.
Sep 5, 2023

Who qualifies for UnitedHealthcare UCard? ›

Medi-Cal is free for children, adults, pregnant women, foster care children; former foster youth up to age 26, persons with special needs, and aged blind and disabled individuals with limited income and resources.

What foods can I get on my Healthy Benefits card? ›

It has to be noted that with the list of foods you are allowed to buy by using your SCAN Healthy Foods Card includes fruits, vegetables, prepared food, meat, poultry, fish, eggs, cheese, milk, other dairy products, beans, bread, cereals, pasta, crackers, nuts, trail mix and nutritional bars.

Does UnitedHealthcare pay for food? ›

If you have both Medicare and Medicaid, you can receive a monthly credit to buy healthy foods, over-the-counter products, and pay utility bills such as electricity, gas, water and internet.

Can you give me a list of healthy food? ›

Here are the top 15 foods you should be eating according to our experts:
  • Fish. ...
  • Broccoli or any of the cruciferous vegetables. ...
  • Beets. ...
  • Spinach and other leafy green vegetables. ...
  • Kale. ...
  • Peanut butter. ...
  • Almonds. ...
  • Mangos.
Apr 5, 2019

What food items can you get with a OTC card? ›

Examples of approved food items are fruits, vegetables, meats, poultry, seafood, eggs, dairy, rice, pasta, beans, and much more.

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