OptumHealth Allies

Overview

About Us

No one should pay retail for health care!

That's the guiding principle behind the OptumHealthSM Allies health discount program. Our mission is to help our members save real money on health care purchases made outside of insurance. We offer typical discounts of 10-50% from a nationwide network of more than 500,000 participating practitioners and facilities—as well as dozens of online suppliers of health and wellness products. Whether as a complement to members' existing benefits or as an affordable alternative, the OptumHealth Allies discount program helps our members reduce their health care spending and embrace a healthier lifestyle.

What Sets Us Apart

OptumHealth Allies offers a market-leading combination of features and benefits, including:

Stability and Strength

Administered by OptumHealth Allies—a UnitedHealth Group Company since 2003
Licensed Discount Medical Plan Organization (DMPO)
Available in all fifty states
Established 1999
More than 20 million members

Networks and Partnerships

OptumHealth Allies partners with leading provider networks committed to serving the discount marketplace
More than 500,000 provider locations nationwide
Savings also available on well-known brands such as Jenny Craig, Spa Finder^®, Champion^® apparel, NordicTrack and dozens more

Member Support

Fully integrated Web site and call center for all program components
All member services available online or by telephone
Outbound provider calls and discount confirmation process to assure positive point-of-service experience
Minimum Discount Guarantee policy...our members are guaranteed to save!

Headquartered in Glendale, California, OptumHealth Allies is part of OptumHealth, dedicated to optimizing the health and well-being of individuals and organizations.

What Is OptumHealth Allies?

OptumHealth Allies is NOT insurance — we are a money-saving program designed to help you reduce health care spending and start living a healthier lifestyle. The OptumHealth Allies network includes practitioners and facilities nationwide, as well as many retail chains and online providers:

Prescription drugs
Dental care — including teeth whitening
Vision care — including LASIK
Chiropractic care, acupuncture and massage therapy
Weight loss, smoking cessation and fitness clubs
Health supplies

How Does OptumHealth Allies Work?

Using OptumHealth Allies is easy! No referrals are required and there are no claim forms to submit. Also, you can visit any of the providers in our nationwide network and pay our preferred member rates at the time of service. You choose. You save. It's that simple.

When you enroll in OptumHealth Allies, you will receive a Member Handbook in the mail. To start using the program, just follow these steps:

1. Select a health care professional.

– Log on to the Web site and choose a discount category (such as vision) and a specialty (such as LASIK).
– After choosing a provider, click "select" to print a discount confirmation. Note: The discount confirmation introduces you to the provider and guarantees you receive the discounted rate. There is no obligation to visit the selected provider.
– Or, call the Customer Care phone number on your card. An advisor will help you locate health care professionals and will provide you with a confirmation.
– For online shopping partners, no need to confirm — just follow the onscreen instructions to get your discount.

2. Make an appointment with the health care professional.

Be sure to bring your discount confirmation and your member ID card with you to your visit.

3. Pay the discounted rate at the time of service.

Savings Tip: If you are enrolled in an FSA, HRA or HSA and the service is a Qualified Medical Expense, be sure to submit your receipt for reimbursement.