UCare's MSHO and Connect + Medicare plans are closed
Update: MSHO plan application delays
UCare's MSHO and Connect + Medicare plans ended on Dec. 31, 2025.
If you applied for an MSHO plan with another health plan, you may be experiencing a longer than usual delay, as the Minnesota Department of Human Services (DHS) is dealing with a very large number of MSHO applications across all health plans.
Even with this delay, please know your application will be processed by DHS. In the meantime, you're still covered under your current health plan. Once approved by DHS, your coverage start date will be based on your application date, even if it takes extra time to process.
Enrolling in a new plan
You can select a new MSHO, integrated Special Needs BasicCare plan (if one is available) or Medicare plan in your county. People eligible for both Medicare and Medical Assistance can choose to enroll in an MSHO or integrated Special Needs BasicCare plan anytime throughout the year and coverage will start the first day of the next month once notified enrollment is complete. Below are some resources that can help.
Minnesota Aging Pathways
UCare’s MSHO members can visit this service offered by the State of Minnesota that supports older adults. Formerly known as the Minnesota Senior LinkAge Line. You can call 1-800-333-2433.
Disability Hub MN
Former Connect + Medicare members can use this free statewide resource network that helps people with disabilities understand their health coverage options and more. You can call 1-866-333-2466.
Medicare.gov
The official U.S. government website for Medicare can help you find and understand your health plan options. You can call 1-800-MEDICARE (1‑800-633-4227), TTY users call 1-877-486-2048.
What happens if I am not enrolled in a new plan yet?
If you are not yet enrolled in another MSHO or integrated Special Needs BasicCare plan, your coverage is now split:
Medicare coverage
If you didn't choose a new Medicare plan by Dec. 31, 2025, you moved to Original Medicare. Plus, the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) automatically enrolled you in a Medicare Part D prescription drug plan, so you continue to have drug coverage.
Medical Assistance (Medicaid) coverage
If you didn't choose a new plan, the Minnesota Department of Human Services (DHS) automatically enrolled you in one of these plans:
- UCare MSC+ (for former MSHO members)
- UCare Connect (for former Connect + Medicare members)