How do I use my healthy benefits card at Walmart?

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Pay with your Walmart Wellness Benefits Card at any register when you checkout. The card will only pay for the eligible items. You will need a second payment method for any products not covered by your Walmart Wellness Benefits card.

Why won't my Healthy Benefits card work at Walmart?

It has to do with the way its coded in the grocery department. Maybe it was previously approved and a person in charge of EBT transactions found it didn't match rules or it is incorrectly coded. If it says supplemental information instead of nutritional information it wouldn't be covered.

How to use OTC benefits card at Walmart?

You can create a Walmart.com account and add your OTC Network card to your wallet or enter your OTC Network card as a payment method during check-out.

Can I use my benefits prepaid card at Walmart?

Please note: Your Benefits Prepaid Card is not accepted at online retailers like Walmart.com, but in-store purchases are accepted.

What can I buy with my UCard at Walmart?

Use your benefit credit on your UCard to buy covered OTC products, like:
  • Braces and supports.
  • Dental and oral care.
  • Diabetes care.
  • Eye and ear care.
  • First aid.
  • Foot care.
  • Incontinence products.
  • Pain relief.

How to use your UnitedHealthcare OTC healthy benefits card at Walmart.

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Can I buy soda with my UCard?

"You can use your benefits to purchase OTC products including allergy medication, cough drops, first aid supplies, oral care, pain relievers, vitamins, and more," reads the Health Benefits website. Certain items such as soda, candy, chips, and other junk foods are usually not eligible for purchase with the card.

What does the Healthy Benefits card cover at Walmart?

With Healthy Benefits+™, you get an allowance to spend on thousands of lower-priced OTC products, saving you more and making your benefits go further! You can use your benefits to purchase OTC items including allergy medication, cough drops, first aid supplies, oral care, pain relievers, vitamins and more!

What stores accept UCard?

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

How do I use my Walmart benefit card in store?

Pay with your Walmart Wellness Benefits Card at any register when you checkout. The card will only pay for the eligible items. You will need a second payment method for any products not covered by your Walmart Wellness Benefits card.

What does the Healthy Benefits card cover?

Consumers can spend their benefits on various health-related products and services depending on the program. Examples can include over-the-counter items, select groceries, medical devices, counseling services, nutrition education, fitness equipment, pet food, household supplies, gas, transportation, utilities, etc.

Can I buy 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).

Do I need a PIN for my Healthy Benefits card?

At checkout, have the cashier scan your Healthy Benefits+ card or mobile app barcode. If prompted for your PIN, enter the last 4 digits of your card number. You will see your benefits applied immediately. Remember, your benefits will only be applied to covered items up to your available benefit balance.

Can I use my OTC benefits at Walmart?

Shop in stores*—Swipe your OTC card at participating physical retailers including CVS, Dollar General, Family Dollar, Rite Aid, Stop & Shop, Walgreens, and Walmart.

Can I buy gas with my Healthy Benefits card?

This allowance can be used for Over-the Counter (OTC) Items, groceries, home utilities and gas at the pump.

Can I use my healthy Benefits card at Dollar General?

Dollar General now accepts health supplemental benefits.

Can I withdraw cash from my 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.

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.

Can I withdraw money from my Healthy Benefits card?

You can't use your Benefits Card at an ATM machine or to get cash back when making a purchase at a store. If you are also buying non-eligible items, the terminal or clerk will ask you for another form of payment. Then just pay with another card, cash or check as you'd normally do.

Can I buy clothes with my UCard?

With the UCard, you will be able to:

buy over-the-counter products. spend your earned rewards on eligible items like gifts, clothing, and more. go to the gym.

Can I get laundry detergent with my OTC card?

You can also get everyday items like laundry detergent, soap and toothbrushes.

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 for gas?

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What does an 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.