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Your UnitedHealthcare UCard isn’t just an ID card. On plans that include a rewards program, it doubles as a way to earn credits for taking care of your health and spend them on things you actually need. Here’s a plain-English guide to how the rewards side of your UCard works, from earning points to using them at checkout.

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What are UCard rewards?

Rewards are credits that some UHC plans add to your UCard when you complete healthy activities. Think of them as a small thank-you for staying on top of your care. The exact amount, what counts, and how you can spend them depend on your specific plan.
Rewards aren’t automatic on every plan. Check your welcome packet or sign in at activate.uhc.com to see if your plan includes a rewards program.

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Ways to earn rewards

Most plans reward you for simple, preventive steps. Common ones include:
  • Annual wellness visit: A yearly check-in with your primary care doctor.
  • Preventive screenings: Things like flu shots, mammograms, or colon cancer screenings, depending on age and eligibility.
  • Health assessments: A quick online questionnaire about your health and lifestyle.
  • Chronic condition check-ins: Follow-ups for diabetes, blood pressure, or other ongoing care.
  • Fitness activities: Some plans reward gym visits or step goals tracked through a partner app.
Each activity has its own credit amount, and rewards usually post to your UCard a few weeks after the visit or milestone is recorded.

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Where to check your rewards balance

You have a few easy options:
  1. Sign in at activate.uhc.com and open your rewards dashboard.
  2. Use the UnitedHealthcare app on your phone for a quick balance check.
  3. Call the member services number printed on the back of your UCard.

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How to redeem your rewards

Redeeming is designed to be simple. In most cases, you just use your UCard at checkout like any other card.
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Pick eligible items

Fill your cart with items your plan covers, like approved over-the-counter products, groceries, or utility payments (varies by plan).
2

Swipe or enter your UCard

Use your UCard at the register, or type in the card number for online orders at participating retailers.
3

Confirm the balance

The system pulls from your rewards balance first, then any other allowances on the card. If something isn’t eligible, you’ll be asked to pay for that item another way.

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What you can typically spend rewards on

  • Over-the-counter items like pain relievers, vitamins, and first-aid supplies
  • Healthy groceries at participating stores (on eligible plans)
  • Utility bills such as electricity, gas, water, or internet (on eligible plans)
  • Wellness services or gym memberships, when your plan includes them
Always check your plan’s benefit guide for the specific list, since it varies.

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Tips to get the most out of your rewards

  • Book your annual visit early in the year. It’s the fastest way to unlock a big chunk of rewards.
  • Bundle errands. If you’re already at the pharmacy, grab eligible OTC items and use your UCard.
  • Set reminders. Recurring check-ins like blood pressure follow-ups are easy to forget, and each one can add credits.
  • Keep receipts. If a reward doesn’t post, member services can look it up faster with a receipt or visit date.