UCare reports that its Medicare Advantage, Medicare Supplement, MSHO and Connect + Medicare plans closed on December 31, 2025. Old articles recommending enrollment in those products should not be used to choose current coverage.
The Medicaid transition is a different issue
UCare's current announcement discusses a transition of certain Medicaid plans to Medica One Health Plan on October 1, 2026. That does not mean a former UCare Medicare Advantage policy automatically continues under a new name. Identify both programs separately if you have Medicare and Medicaid.
| Record | What to verify |
|---|---|
| Medicare enrollment | Your current plan or Original Medicare status. |
| Medicaid enrollment | Your current state coverage and managed-care plan. |
| Provider arrangements | Which current network and authorization apply. |
| Earlier claims | Coverage in effect when care occurred. |
Check dates before relying on transition guidance
Some closure notices describe special enrollment or Medigap rights with early-2026 deadlines. Those historical dates are not open-ended permissions to change coverage now. Medicare and your state counseling service can help identify a current enrollment opportunity.
Keep care and billing organized
- Give your doctor's office the current insurance card.
- Ask how existing appointments and authorizations will be handled.
- Retain closure notices and claim explanations.
- Confirm the effective date before assuming a replacement plan is active.
Where to get help
UCare's official product-change page lists former-member resources. Minnesota Aging Pathways provides Medicare counseling at 1-800-333-2433. People using disability-related services can also consult Disability HUB at 1-866-333-2466.
Ask about the exact program named in your notice. A similar company name, an old benefit card or a general transition announcement cannot establish your personal coverage.
Related coverage questions
- How to Verify Your Medicare Coverage and Plan Enrollment
- Medicare and Medicaid: Different Programs, Coordinated Help
- Medigap Guaranteed Issue Rights: Eligibility, Deadlines and Proof