Can I use my UCard on Amazon?

Asked by: Miss Lorna Parisian DVM  |  Last update: February 26, 2025
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Members cannot use their UCard or OTC credit to shop directly on amazon.com or in the Amazon app. Members with an OTC benefit that can be used on healthy food (D-SNP and some C-SNP) will continue to have their online orders fulfilled by Walmart.

Can you use your United Healthcare card on Amazon?

Starting in 2024, products will be fulfilled by Amazon (note: the UnitedHealthcare® UCard will not work to buy directly through Amazon). Eligible members with an OTC benefit that can be used on healthy foods (e.g., D-SNP and select C-SNPs) will continue to have their online orders fulfilled by Walmart.

What stores can I use my UCard online?

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

Can I use my United Healthcare OTC card online?

To shop online, visit the UCard Hub by signing in to your member site or opening the UnitedHealthcare app. There, it's easy to search for covered products by category, brand or price. Choose the products you'd like, then follow the prompts to complete your purchases using your credit.

Where is UCard accepted?

Where can I use my UCard? You can shop at over 55,000 participating stores in the S3 network. The S3 retail network is an exclusive retail network that allows you to shop with your UCard at Walmart, Walgreens and CVS, or at neighborhood stores near you.

How To Use UHC UCard On Amazon

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Where can I use my UCard rewards?

Use your UCard to spend earned rewards at thousands of national retailers, including Walmart, Walgreens, CVS and many local options. Choose from many eligible items like over-the-counter products, gifts, groceries and more.

How to pay bills with UnitedHealthcare 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.

Does Amazon do OTC products?

Available vitamins and OTCs can be viewed in your dashboard, under the "Medications" tab. To search for what's available, select the "+Add" icon and then select "Add a vitamin or OTC". Next, search by keyword or vitamin name to see if we carry what you're looking for.

Can I buy laundry soap 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.

What can you not buy with UnitedHealthcare UCard?

Certain items such as soda, candy, chips, and other junk foods are usually not eligible for purchase with the card. Additionally, alcohol and tobacco products are never allowed to be purchased with a Healthy Benefits card. It is important to check with your specific program for a full list of eligible items.

What household items can I buy with my OTC card?

Eligible items include:
  • Nicotine replacement therapy items.
  • Band aids and first aid supplies.
  • Food scales.
  • Oral hygiene care products.
  • OTC antibiotic creams/ointments.
  • OTC antihistamines and allergy sprays.
  • OTC cold/cough/flu drugs.
  • OTC pain relievers.

Why won't my healthy benefits card work at Walmart?

The benefits card has been used before the 24-hour waiting period after activation is over. The participant has insufficient funds in the benefit account to cover the expense. Non-eligible expenses have been included at the point of sale. (Retry the transaction with the eligible expense only.)

Can I buy coffee with my OTC card?

Items that do not qualify include non-food and pet items, alcohol, baby formula, candy, chips, coffee shop items, desserts, fresh baked goods, soda, and tobacco. To check if an item is approved, members can download the Healthy Benefits Plus app, scan the product and it will advise if item is allowable.

Where can I shop with my UCard?

Shop at thousands of participating stores in the S3 retail network, including Walmart, Walgreens, Kroger, and CVS, or at neighborhood stores near you. For a list of participating stores near you, visit the UCard Hub in the UnitedHealthcare app or on your member site.

Can I use healthy Benefits card on Amazon?

Yes. Amazon does separate FSA and HSA eligible items and payment within a single order. If you have ineligible items in your cart or choose to have your eligible items gift-wrapped, you can choose to add another payment method and Amazon will charge the correct amount to each card or payment method.

Can I get toilet paper with my OTC card?

OTC items are not eligible if they are normally used for general health, are not used to treat a medical condition (e.g. lotion, shampoo (except for products used to treat dandruff), toilet paper, lip balm) or are cosmetic in nature (e.g. teeth whitening products, wrinkle reducers).

What does OTC card not cover?

What does the OTC card not cover? A Medicare plan with an OTC allowance typically does not cover prescription medications, alcohol, tobacco products, cosmetics or items for general household use. Additionally, it usually cannot be used to purchase gift cards or pay for services such as doctor visits and lab tests.

Can I buy meat with my OTC card?

Purchase healthy foods from participating retailers and farmers' markets. Examples of approved food items are fruits, vegetables, meats, poultry, seafood, eggs, dairy, rice, pasta, beans, and much more.

Is deodorant OTC approved?

Anti-perspirants/Deodorants

The anti-perspirant component still requires an approved aluminum compound as the active ingredient. Because of this, all anti-perspirant/deodorant products are considered OTC drugs and are regulated by the FDA.

How to use your UCard on Amazon?

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

Can I use my OTC card at Walmart for food?

OTC Food Benefit Card

You can use this card at the following participating retailers: CVS, Walgreens, Family Dollar, Dollar General, and Walmart. You will a receive gray colored OTC card, similar to the example shown, with a maximum $20 monthly limit for purchasing the approved food items items.

What does OTC mean on Amazon?

A: Hello Elaine, OTC means Over The Counter. You would not need a prescription for this product.

What can I use my UHC UCard for?

Your plan comes with a credit that will be loaded to your UnitedHealthcare UCard® every month to help pay for over-the-counter (OTC) products and healthy food. Shop in-store or online for covered groceries, pain relievers, cold remedies and more.

What groceries can I buy with my UCard?

What foods can I buy with my card?
  • Fresh fruits & vegetables.
  • Canned fruits & vegetables.
  • Frozen produce & meals.
  • Fresh salad kits.
  • Dairy products.
  • Meat & seafood.

Can I use my UCard at Walmart?

UnitedHealthcare UCard makes it easy to spend your credit

Shop at thousands of participating stores, including Walmart, Walgreens, CVS and Kroger, or at neighborhood stores near you.