Additional benefits and programs

Vision Eye Exam and Eyewear

Take advantage of comprehensive eye exams and eyewear benefits worth looking at

With the vision benefit, you'll have access to a nationwide network of providers with the freedom to see any participating vision provider. You will have access to an annual routine eye exam through a vision provider and an allowance toward eyeglasses (frame and lenses) or contacts for vision correction, not related to cataract surgery.

• A routine eye exam once every 12 months with a $0 copay.
• $130 allowance toward eyeglasses (frames and lenses), every 24 months.
• $175 allowance toward contact lenses instead of eyeglasses, every 24 months.
• When scheduling your appointment, make sure your vision and eyewear provider(s) will bill the UnitedHealthcare medical plan before receiving routine vision services (routine eye exam and eyeglasses or contact lenses)
• Out-of-network providers may require you to pay upfront and submit a reimbursement claim to UHC.

The network is UnitedHealthcare Medical Network with information on your UnitedHealthcare member ID card

* Please refer to your Summary of Benefits for details on your benefit coverage.

Renew Active® is the gold standard in Medicare fitness programs, offered at no additional cost to you.

Renew Active includes:

• A free gym membership at a fitness center you select from our large nationwide network. Visit UHCRenewActive.com to find a fitness location near you.  
  
• Thousands of on-demand workout videos and live streaming fitness classes.
  
• Social activities at local health and wellness classes and events.

You will need a confirmation code to activate your gym membership. Once you’re a member, you can sign in to your plan website, look for My Coverage and select Access gym code. Or you can call the number on your UnitedHealthcare member ID card to ask for a code.

Participation in the Renew Active® program is voluntary. Consult your doctor prior to beginning an exercise program or making changes to your lifestyle or health care routine. Renew Active includes standard fitness membership and other offerings. Fitness membership equipment, classes, personalized fitness plans, caregiver access and events may vary by location. Certain services, discounts, classes, events, and online fitness offerings are provided by affiliates of UnitedHealthcare Insurance Company or other third parties not affiliated with UnitedHealthcare. Participation in these third-party services are subject to your acceptance of their respective terms and policies. UnitedHealthcare is not responsible for the services or information provided by third parties. The information provided through these services is for informational purposes only and is not a substitute for the advice of a doctor. Gym network may vary in local market and plan. 

With UnitedHealthcare Healthy at Home you are eligible for the following benefits up to 30 days following all inpatient and skilled nursing facility discharges*:

• 28 home-delivered meals when referred by a UnitedHealthcare Engagement Specialist
• 12 one-way rides to medically related appointments and to the pharmacy when referred by a UnitedHealthcare Engagement Specialist
• 6 hours of non-medical personal care provided through a professional caregiver to perform tasks such as preparing meals, bathing, medication reminders, and more. A referral is not required.

*A new referral is required after every discharge to access your meal and transportation benefit

UnitedHealthcare Healthy at Home Premium is our comprehensive bundle of routine benefits accessible to members anytime throughout the year with no medical requirements. With UnitedHealthcare Healthy at Home Premium you are eligible for the following benefits at no cost to you:  

• 28 home-delivered meals 
• 24 one-way rides to medically related appointments and to the pharmacy 
• 8 hours of non-medical personal care provided through a professional caregiver to perform tasks such as preparing meals, bathing, medication reminders, and more

* Members do not need to use all three benefits. Restrictions and limitations apply

Dental coverage for your oral health needs

With UnitedHealthcare Dental®, you’ll have access to the largest Medicare dental network in the industry with more than 103,000 providers.

• 100% coverage for exams, x-rays, cleanings and periodontal maintenance, when you see a network dental provider.
• 80% coverage for minor services, including fillings, pulp protection and nitrous oxide*.
• 50% coverage for major services, including crowns, root canals, dentures and more*.
• Option of seeing out-of-network providers, if desired. You may pay more when going out-of-network. 
• Dental contact information can be found on your member ID card.

* Please refer to your Summary of Benefits for details on your benefit coverage.

If your plan offers out-of-network dental coverage and you see an out-of-network dentist, you might be billed more. Network size varies by local market.

With Virtual Doctor Visits, you’re able to live video chat with a provider from your computer, tablet or smartphone — any time, day or night. Learn more about Virtual Visits

Virtual visits may require video-enabled smartphone or other device. Not for use in emergencies.

UnitedHealthcare HouseCalls – A health and wellness program that comes to you. Learn more about HouseCalls

HouseCalls may not be available in all areas.

It may be time to schedule your annual wellness visit.  An Annual Wellness Visit with your doctor is one of the best ways to stay on top of your health. Learn more about the Annual Wellness Visit

When you use one of the approved meters and corresponding strips, your cost-share for diabetes testing and monitoring supplies is a $0 copay.

These supplies also include any brand of lancets, lancing device, glucose control solution (to test the accuracy of your meter), and replacement batteries for your meter.

To switch to one of the preferred brands, you may be required to get a new prescription from your doctor. A temporary supply of your current brand can be requested.