Medical Insurance AARP United Health Care
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Years ago two organizations began working in tandem to provide quality healthcare to a large group of people; medical insurance AARP United Health Care is now a powerful team, offering important health care coverage to a large group of seniors. United Healthcare offers several suitable health care options to AARP members including programs designed specifically for Medicare.
AARP
AARP is the largest organization within the United States designed to represent and assist people aged 50 and older. Many seniors turn to AARP as a trusted resource when it comes to issues like health care. Membership into AARP not only gives seniors a larger cumulative voice, but it also offers members generous discounts on a variety of services.
United Health Care
United Health Care is a medical insurance provider that has been in business for almost thirty years. This company is one of the more respected and recognized health insurance companies within the United States in addition to serving some international markets. United Health Care boasts several million members within their network of care.
Medical Insurance AARP United Health Care Information
Medical insurance AARP United Health Care includes more than one option for members. Some offerings available through the combined efforts of these companies include:
- Medicare RX Plans are available through AARP, provided by United Health Care. This plan can potentially save members a substantial amount of money on prescription refills.
- Personal Health Insurance Plans are available through AARP and underwritten by United Health Care in a limited number of states. Members can obtain health insurance coverage that is potentially much less expensive than if it was purchased without AARP membership.
- Discounted medical supplies are available to AARP members through Prescription Solutions, which is a company run by United Health Care. Medical products discounted through this program include supplies for both Diabetes testing and respiratory products.
Seniors who struggle with paying for medical services – whether doctor visits, supplies, or prescription medicine – may find that the programs offered through AARP and United Health Care allow them to save quite a bit of money in medical expenses. AARP members who do not currently carry medical insurance may want to take a closer look at this plan because it may make necessary medical expenses more affordable. AARP members who are eligible for Medicare benefits can also save some money using one of the plans offered through these companies.
Find More Information
For more information regarding AARP United Health Care insurance, visit either the AARP website or the site for United Health Care.
- The website features information regarding the programs offered alongside United Health Care in addition to some of the other valuable programs and discounts available to AARP members:
- Dental insurance
- Long term care insurance
- Vision insurance
- The United Health Care website features information regarding special AARP programs in addition to a wide variety of other valuable information:
- General health insurance information
- Health information
- Assistance in choosing an appropriate health insurance plan
Both websites allow visitors to contact representatives through the sites in addition to offering phone number contacts for potential customers who prefer to do business over the phone.
Membership Required
Although you do not have to be an AARP member in order to obtain health insurance coverage through United Health Care, the specific programs designed for AARP members are only available to members. United Health Care existing customers cannot expect to receive comparable discounts without first joining AARP.
Membership into AARP is relatively inexpensive and includes the many discounts available to members. Discounted health care insurance is merely one of the many discounted products and services available to members of AARP. The combination of AARP and United Health Care equals a superior health insurance product at a discounted price.
Comments
Geri,
The AARP/United Healthcare is currently not available in California. It is only available in Alabama, Arizona, Arkansas, Colorado, Connecticut, Delaware, District of Columbia, Florida, Illinois, Louisiana, Mississippi, Missouri, Maryland, Nebraska, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia, West Virginia, and Wyoming.
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-- Contributed by: SusanWeberI'm 58 years old and looking for an individual medical plan. I am self employeed. Is AARP/United Healthcare available in Callifornia?
-- Contributed by: GeriThis page has been accessed 694 times. This page was last modified 23:00, 22 September 2007.
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