UCard: Much More Than A Member ID (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.

UCard: Much More Than A Member ID (2024)

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UCard: Much More Than A Member ID? ›

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UCard® is your member ID and so much more. Only the UCard gives you access to a large national network of Medicare Advantage providers, credits to help pay for healthy food, OTC products, and utilities, and more. UCard combines many member benefits and programs into a simpler experience.

Is policy number the same as member ID UnitedHealthcare? ›

Member ID/Policy Number

Each person covered by a health insurance plan has a unique ID number that allows healthcare providers and their staff to verify coverage and arrange payment for services. It's also the number health insurers use to look up specific members and answer questions about claims and benefits.

How much money is on my UCard? ›

How can I check my UCard Debit Account balance and transaction history? On the Web: You can check your balance through Get Funds, the online UCard Debit Account Management system . At Points of Sale: At points of sale, your UCard balance will be displayed automatically after every transaction.

Is the UCard the same as the OTC card? ›

The UnitedHealthcare UCard is your all-in-one member ID and much more. Members use it to shop for healthy food and OTC products, to access their gym membership and redeem rewards.

How does the UnitedHealthcare UCard work? ›

The UnitedHealthcare UCard® is your all-in-one member ID and much more. Members use it to shop for healthy food and OTC products, to access their gym membership and redeem rewards.

What is the difference between policy ID and member ID? ›

The policy number on your insurance card is a unique code associated with your insurance plan. Your insurance company uses your policy number to track and process insurance claims and costs. Policy numbers may also be referred to as subscriber IDs or member ID numbers.

What does the member ID number identify on an insurance card? ›

Member Number This number is used to identify you. It tells your provider how to bill your health plan. If your spouse or children are also on your coverage, your member numbers may look very similar.

Can I withdraw cash from my UCard? ›

Also, please be aware that you cannot withdraw funds from the UCard Debit Account. If you decide to purchase your books off-campus, the UCard Office cannot return the funds you already deposited into your UCard Debit Account.

Can you get money off your UCard? ›

The UCard Debit Account differs from bank-issued debit accounts in that: it can only be used to make on-campus purchases. you cannot withdraw funds from it - funds must either be spent down, or the account must be closed.

How do I get my UnitedHealthcare UCard balance? ›

UCard Hub. Members can view and manage their benefits and rewards online in the UCard Hub section of the member site and the UnitedHealthcare app to do things like: Check benefit balances and available rewards.

Can I buy clothes with my UCard? ›

Rewards: Members will have opportunities to earn rewards during the 2023 plan year by completing certain eligible activities. Earned rewards can be spent by using their UCard to purchase gifts, clothing, groceries, and more in any network store and online. Rewards purchase restrictions apply.

Does the UCard balance roll over? ›

Will the reward balance from previous cards transfer to the member's new UCard? Members with a 2023 UCard can use their UCard until the start of the 2024 plan year. Rewards earned on the 2023 UCard will automatically be transferred to the new 2024 UCard at the start of the next plan year.

Can I use my UCard on Amazon? ›

No, members cannot shop directly on amazon.com or use the Amazon mobile app to purchase products using their OTC credit or UCard.

How to pay bills with the UCard? ›

To pay eligible utilities with UCard benefits, customers must call the UnitedHealthcare member services number on the back of their UCard to request payment of their utility bill. Any approved payments will be processed by UnitedHealthcare and sent to eligible utilities on your behalf.

How do I use my UCard for groceries? ›

Just head to your favorite participating retailer on the list, fill your cart with the good stuff from our list of eligible foods and simply swipe your card at the register to use your benefit. What's the good stuff? Again, it's pretty simple… fruits and vegetables, meat and fish, dairy products and more.

How much OTC does UnitedHealthcare give? ›

Healthy Benefits+ is included in your TRS-Care Medicare Advantage plan. This is an over the counter (OTC) benefit that gives you $40 every calendar year quarter to use on personal health care and wellness products.

Is the subscriber number the same as the group number? ›

Member ID (also called a subscriber number or patient ID)—the number providers need to verify coverage. Group—the number identifies your employer plan; if you purchase health insurance through a Marketplace/Exchange, your card may not have a group number.

Where do I find my subscriber ID for UnitedHealthcare? ›

View your member ID card using the UnitedHealthcare app

Use your mobile device to download the UnitedHealthcare app to easily view a digital member ID card, anytime.

Is RxGrp the same as group number? ›

If you need to provide an RxGrp ID number (also known as a Prescription Group Number) or a Plan ID number, these numbers are included on the front of your Taro member ID card.

What is the HealthSafe ID in UnitedHealthcare? ›

HealthSafe ID is used as a single set of sign-in credentials across UnitedHealth Group, which allows Optum Financial to take advantage of the scale of UnitedHealth Group in safeguarding consumer account information.

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