Medical Assistance Programs
for people with disabilities
Our licensed UCare agents can answer questions you may have about features of these plans.
Call us at 612-676-3554 or 1-800-707-1711 (TTY: 612-676-6810 or 1-800-688-2534), 8 am - 5 pm, Monday - Friday.
UCare offers two plans for people ages 18 to 65 with certified disabilities:
- UCare Connect + Medicare is designed for people who want to combine their Medical Assistance (Medicaid) and Medicare under one plan.
Order a kit orenroll now - UCare Connect is created for people who qualify for Medical Assistance, but do not have Medicare (or choose to keep their Medicare under a separate plan).
Order a kit orenroll now
Do you live in the 62-county UCare Connect + Medicare or 65-county UCare Connect service area?
See the map for the counties in the UCare Connect and UCare Connect + Medicare service area.
Current Members - Important Plan Documents
Transitioning to adulthood
Are you a youth with a disability trying to figure out health care as you become an adult? UCare can help. Visit our Planning for adult life guide.
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About UCare Connect + Medicare
UCare Connect + Medicare
UCare Connect + Medicare provides health care coverage to Minnesotans with certified disabilities. It combines the benefits and services of Medicare and Medical Assistance.
Eligibility
You are eligible to join UCare Connect + Medicare if you:
- Have a certified disability or receive waiver services for your disability from your county
- Are at least age 18 and under age 65
- Have Medical Assistance and Medicare Parts A and B
- Live in the 62-county UCare Connect + Medicare service area
See the map for the counties in the service area.
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UCare Connect + Medicare Service Area Counties
Aitkin
Anoka
Becker
Benton
Blue Earth
Carlton
Carver
Cass
Chippewa
Chisago
Clay
Cook
Cottonwood
Crow Wing
Dakota
Faribault
Fillmore
Hennepin
Houston
Isanti
Itasca
Jackson
Kandiyohi
Kittson
Koochiching
Lac qui Parle
Lake
Lake of the Woods
Le Sueur
Lincoln
Lyon
Mahnomen
Marshall
Martin
Mille Lacs
Mower
Murray
Nicollet
Nobles
Norman
Olmsted
Otter Tail
Pennington
Pine
Polk
Ramsey
Red Lake
Redwood
Rice
Rock
Roseau
Scott
Sherburne
St. Louis
Stearns
Swift
Washington
Watonwan
Wilkin
Winona
Wright
Yellow Medicine
What you get with your UCare Connect + Medicare plan
More support
- One card for medical, dental and prescription drug coverage
- One phone number to call for health plan questions
- Access to UCare Dental Connection to help you find and schedule appointments with dental clinics that can accommodate your needs
- Support from UCare’s Keep Your Coverage program to help with maintaining continuous Medical Assistance coverage
- No-cost transportation to and from covered medical, dental and pharmacy appointments through UCare Health Ride
Focus on wellness
- No-cost SilverSneakers® Fitness gym membership at all participating fitness locations, visit SilverSneakers.com for more information. Round-trip transportation 3 times per week
- No-cost fitness kits with at-home activities such as Stress Relief, Tai Chi, Sit & Be Fit and Latin Dance upon request
- Up to a $15 discount on most Community Education classes in Minnesota (limits apply)
- Save up to $50 a week at participating grocery stores with Healthy Savings. Shop and save when you buy select healthy foods including milk, whole-grain bread, lean meat, eggs, yogurt, fruits, vegetables and more.
Extra care
- $25 reward for completing an annual exam
- Dental care aboard the UCare Mobile Dental Clinic when it’s in your area
- UCare 24/7 nurse line, so you know where to go when you’re not feeling well
- Personal medication review by a pharmacist after an inpatient stay so you understand and use your medications safely and correctly
- After an inpatient stay, a personal medication review by a pharmacist so you understand and use your drugs safely and correctly
Keep Your Coverage Program
As a UCare member, you may occasionally need to complete and return Medical Assistance renewal forms sent to you by your county. Below are a few resources for completing your renewal.
- List of county phone numbers and addresses (external site) - Your county is a great place to start when you have MA renewal questions.
- Disability Hub MN (external site) - Metropolitan and Southeastern MN Centers for Independent Living offer up-to-date information about community resources related to people with disabilities, including housing and benefits referral.
If you have any questions about keeping your UCare membership active, call us at 612-676-3438 or 1-855-307-6978, 8 am - 5 pm, Monday - Friday, TTY: 612-676-6810 or 1-800-688-2534.
Opt-in to Receive Non-Plan Information (online form)
Complete this form to receive updates about state or federal legislation, grassroots advocacy, community activities, and more.
Part D Coverage Determinations, Appeals, and Grievances
Find out how to make a complaint if you have concerns about your Part D coverage.
Part C Organizational Determinations, Appeal and Grievances
Medicare Complaint Form (external site)
Instructions for appointing a representative (PDF)
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About UCare Connect (Special Needs BasicCare)
UCare Connect (Special Needs BasicCare)
UCare Connect is a way to access the benefits you are eligible for through Medical Assistance, which is Minnesota’s Medicaid program. You don’t have to pay anything to join the plan, and there is no deductible you have to meet before the plan starts paying for covered services. The health plan also offers additional benefits not available on regular Medical Assistance.
Eligibility
You can join UCare Connect if you:
- Have a certified disability or receive waiver services for your disability from your county
- Are at least age 18 and under age 65
- Have Medical Assistance with or without Medicare Parts
A and B - Live in the 65-county UCare Connect service area
See the map for the counties in the UCare Connect service area.
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UCare Connect Service Area Counties
Aitkin
Anoka
Becker
Benton
Blue Earth
Carlton
Carver
Cass
Chippewa
Chisago
Clay
Cook
Cottonwood
Crow Wing
Dakota
Faribault
Fillmore
Hennepin
Houston
Isanti
Itasca
Jackson
Kandiyohi
Kittson
Koochiching
Lac qui Parle
Lake
Lake of the Woods
Le Sueur
Lincoln
Lyon
Mahnomen
Marshall
Martin
Mille Lacs
Morrison
Mower
Murray
Nicollet
Nobles
Norman
Olmsted
Otter Tail
Pennington
Pine
Polk
Ramsey
Red Lake
Redwood
Rice
Rock
Roseau
Scott
Sherburne
St. Louis
Stearns
Swift
Todd
Wadena
Washington
Watonwan
Wilkin
Winona
Wright
Yellow Medicine
What you get with your UCare Connect plan
More support
- Support from UCare’s Keep Your Coverage program, which offers Medical Assistance renewal support for continuous coverage
- Access to UCare Dental Connection help you find and schedule appointments with dental clinics that can accommodate your needs
- Ability to join or leave the program whenever you like**
- No-cost transportation to and from services covered by UCare through UCare's Health Ride
Focus on wellness
- No-cost SilverSneakers® Fitness membership at all participating fitness locations, visit SilverSneakers for more information
- No-cost fitness kits with at-home activities such as Stress Relief, Tai Chi, Sit & Be Fit and Latin Dance upon request
- Up to a $15 discount on most community education classes in Minnesota (limits apply)
- Save up to $50 a week at participating grocery stores with Healthy Savings. Shop and save when you buy select healthy foods including milk, whole-grain bread, lean meat, eggs, yogurt, fruits, vegetables and more
- Rewards and incentives for completing important preventive services
Extra care
- Enhanced dental coverage including an extra exam and mobile dental access
- Dental care aboard the UCare Mobile Dental Clinic when it's in your area
- Personal Care Assistance, Home Care Nursing Services and disability waiver benefits for those who qualify
- Dedicated providers in the UCare Connect network who understand and know how to treat your unique needs
- UCare 24/7 nurse line, so you know where to go when you’re not feeling well
**If you choose to leave, you will be enrolled through the last day of the month.
Coordinating your care
When you join UCare Connect, a team of health care professionals will be dedicated to helping you meet your health and wellness goals. You will be assigned a Care Navigator, who can help you:
- Identify or change your primary care clinic, or primary care provider
- Learn about preventive care, such as annual physical exams, vaccinations, and screenings
- Enroll in a disease management program if you have asthma, diabetes, or heart failure, and you meet the program criteria
- Get information regarding programs so you can start exercising, quit smoking, prepare for a baby, or take other steps to improve your health
You may be offered comprehensive case management based on your level of need.
Is a primary care clinic, dentist, or case management facility accessible to people with disabilities?
Dental Accessibility
Discover information about the access features of dental clinics in our network.
Dental Accessibility Survey Results (2018)
(PDF)
Application and enrollment resources
This stuff is complicated. Get details about our plans and how to enroll.
Minnesota Health Care Programs
Minnesota also offers health care assistance programs for:
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