County and Tribal partners
At UCare, we work with counties and Tribes to identify and respond to the health needs of our members. Learn more about UCare and how we can work together to better serve our community.
County and Tribal visits
Each month, UCare meets with representatives from counties and Tribal nations to go over UCare updates and to discuss concerns, questions and opportunities to serve the community.
To schedule a meeting, contact the County and Tribal Team Representative assigned to your area (see map), or email ucarecountyrelations@ucare.org. We offer both in-person and virtual meetings.
County and Tribal resources
Provider resources
VIP phone list (PDF): Find important phone numbers for county reference.
Provider manual: Read the provider manual, which includes chapters on Behavioral Health, Claims & Payment, Child & Teen Checkups and Public Health.
Care coordination: Discover resources, tools and forms for care coordination.
How to find a care coordinator: Get contact information for members to call and find their care coordinator.
Elderly Waiver provider resources: Find Elderly Waiver resources including frequently asked questions, a key contact list and training.
Provider portal: See the latest news, find authorization information and forms, review claims and billing information and more.
Culture Care Connection: Learn about reducing health disparities and promoting health equity through this online learning and resource center.
Health and wellness resources
Health Promotion resources (PDF): Identify Health Promotion programs available to members using this quick reference guide.
Health and wellness: Review a wide variety of programs, services and support for members, including incentives and perks.
Health Ride: Read information on how members can access transportation services.
Management of Maternity Services (MOMS) Program: Learn about the UCare MOMS Program for healthy pregnancies and babies.
SEATS: Find out about UCare's car seat and safety education program.
Health plan information
2025 Summary of Dental Benefits (PDF): Review covered dental services and benefits in this quick reference guide.
Dental services: Learn about dental benefits and programs available to members.
County and Tribal communications
Stay informed with important updates and the latest county and Tribal news. Learn about changes in our programs, new initiatives, resources and what we send to members.
County and Tribal News Briefs
County and Tribal News Brief - January 2025
County and Tribal News Brief - November 2024
County and Tribal News Brief - September 2024
Provider and Partner Newsletters
Clinical Services Program Update — Stay up-to-date on news from UCare's Clinical Services staff.
News for Providers — Read important provider announcements and updates, access the Health Lines newsletter and more.
Meet the team
Annie Halland
County, Tribal and Public Health Manager
Annie Halland is the County, Tribal and Public Health Manager. Annie has a background in public health and covers most of the metro and southern Minnesota.
Sharon Crawford
County Coordinator
Sharon Crawford, County Coordinator, covers most of central and northwestern Minnesota. She brings years of experience and expertise in Special Needs Plans.
Heather Dodd
County and Tribal Liaison
Heather Dodd, County and Tribal Liaison, develops relationships with Tribal nations and urban organizations serving American Indian members in addition to managing county relationships in her service area.