Which grocery stores accept UnitedHealthcare OTC card?

• Walmart.
• Walgreens.
• CVS.
• Kroger.
• Publix.
• HEB.
• Family Dollar.
• Dollar General.

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.

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 stores can I use my UCard in 2024?

Can I buy shampoo and conditioner with an OTC card?

OTC items are not eligible for reimbursement if they are normally used for general health, are not used to treat a medical condition (e.g. toothpaste, mouthwash, lotion, shampoo) or are cosmetic in nature (e.g. teeth whitening products, wrinkle reducers). See additional examples in the OTC Chart.

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 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.

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.)

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.

Can I buy bread with my UnitedHealthcare card?

Choose from thousands of covered groceries including fruits and vegetables, fish, poultry, meat and seafood, dairy products, beans, bread, cereals, pasta and more. Shop at thousands of participating stores including national chains like Walmart, Walgreens, CVS and Kroger or at neighborhood stores near you.

Can I pay my water bill with my 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.

What household items can I buy with my OTC card?

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.

Can I buy paper towels with my OTC card?

You can use your card to buy things like: Food and fresh groceries, like meat, vegetables, and canned goods. Everyday items, like toothpaste, shampoo, deodorant and shaving cream. Household goods, like laundry detergent, paper towels and tissues.

What changes are coming to UnitedHealthcare in 2024?

On January 1, 2024, our plan name will change from AARP® Medicare Advantage Focus (HMO- POS) to AARP® Medicare Advantage from UHC CA-029P (HMO-POS). We will mail you a new UnitedHealthcare member ID card.

What does the UnitedHealthcare OTC card pay for?

For eligible members with UnitedHealthcare Medicare Advantage plans, credits will be loaded to your UnitedHealthcare UCard® to help pay for covered over-the-counter (OTC) products. For select plans, members can also use their credits to help pay for healthy food or eligible utility bills.

Where can I shop with my UCard?

The S3 retail network offers access to thousands of participating stores like Walmart, Walgreens, Kroger and CVS, expanding shopping options for eligible members with a UnitedHealthcare UCard® and making it easier to spend their benefit credits and rewards.

What stores accept the OTC?

In addition to shopping from Medline, members can use their OTC card in-store at CVS, Dollar General, Family Dollar, Rite Aid, Stop & Shop, Walgreens, and Walmart, and at Walmart.com. IMPORTANT: The new 2023 OTC card has a magnetic strip on the back for swiping the card at participating retail stores.

Does Amazon accept an OTC card?

No, members cannot shop directly on amazon.com or use the Amazon mobile app to purchase products using their OTC credit or UCard. Do members need an Amazon Prime account to purchase products? No, members do not need an Amazon Prime account to purchase products.

What food does UnitedHealthcare cover?

What can you buy with your monthly credit? Enroll in a UnitedHealthcare Dual Complete® plan and you could: Buy healthy foods like fruits and vegetables, meat, seafood, dairy products and water. Choose from thousands of OTC products, like first aid, pain relievers and more.