September 26: The following plans will not be impacted by the current contract negotiation with United:
- Duke Plus/UMR
- United/AARP Medicare Supplemental Plans
- Prescription plans through Optum Rx
- United Healthcare Dental
- United Vision Plans (Spectera)
September 6, 2024: United Healthcare Medicare Advantage Plans Update
Our negotiations continue with UnitedHealthcare (United), however, if United does not agree to a fair contract by October 31, 2024, Duke Health will be forced out of network. This means most patients with United insurance plans—including its Medicare Advantage plans (HMO, PPO, and SNP)—may have to pay more out-of-pocket to see their Duke Health doctors and care teams or choose to find a new provider.