Meet with a UHC Nurse Advocate

Discuss weight loss, healthy diet, fitness, disease management, and more.

Update: Program in Transition

Teresa Fisher, RN, BSN will be transitioning from her role as the dedicated UnitedHealthcare Employee Nurse Advocate at Washington University on July 30th. We will miss her and wish her well as she starts a new chapter in her career. In the interim, please utilize the following resources:

United Healthcare Member Services: 800-382-2599 or visit myuhc.com

Condition Management program – support for health conditions, such as diabetes, asthma, hypertension or heart disease (see more below)
Personal Health Support – questions regarding claims or addressing a new diagnosis
Finding a primary care provider or specialist – visit myuhc.com and select the Choice Plus network for all plans except the EPO (select Choice network for the EPO plan)
Behavioral Health Support – members can access confidential help for everyday challenges or more serious concerns; visit myuhc.com – select “Find a Doctor”, then “Mental Health Directory”, then “People” (see additional virtual and self-directed resources below)
Maternity Support program – dedicated nurse support for planning, delivery and post-partum needs (see more below)

Washington University Services

WUCare – dedicated primary care service for Washington University employees and families (age 18+) who are enrolled in the university-sponsored health plan (United Healthcare); additional primary care services for both adults and children
Department of Psychiatry – high quality, evidence-based care for the full range of mental health issues
WUdirect – priority access for initial appointments (new) with Washington University Physicians, as well as lower out-of-pocket costs

Learn more about common chronic health conditions and get support to take care of your needs.

Understanding Blood Pressure

Living a Healthy Life with Asthma

Once you have completed your annual health screening and received your results, we encourage you to watch this video.

Will my personal information that I share with my nurse advocate be protected?
Yes, all of your personal health information will be protected in accordance with HIPAA. None of your personal information will be shared with your employer. We want to guide and empower employees to make their own decisions regarding their healthcare.

Check. Choose. Go.
Compare quick care options to help keep costs down. Learn more.

Watch this video for more information on choosing appropriate care.

Access care from a doctor by video 24/7 for conditions such as allergies, bronchitis, eye infections, sore throats and more. Follow these steps:

Login to myuhc.com
Select “Find a Doctor”
Select “Medical Directory” and “People”
Select “Virtual Visits”

For a behavioral health virtual visit, see below.

The Maternity Support program provides you with a maternity nurse for help with:

Choosing a doctor or nurse midwife and finding a pediatrician or other specialist
Information to help you take care of yourself and your baby
Emotional support before and after your baby is born

Call 877-201-5328 or enroll online.

Download the UHC Healthy Pregnancy app for mobile support for you and your baby.

Watch this video for more information on UHC’s Maternity Support Program.

Washington University UnitedHealthcare plan members may be eligible for Disease Management programs that address:

Program managers will reach out to members regarding their diagnosis, treatment options and physician referrals. The goal is to empower members to make better decisions about their health and manage their chronic illness well.

Message a dedicated therapist anytime, anywhere, 24/7. Therapists respond daily, five days a week. Schedule live video sessions, when needed. Your cost will reflect the behavioral health office visit benefit according to the plan you are on. You may use your FSA or HSA money to assist in paying your portion. Learn more at talkspace.com/connect.

UHC Behavioral Health Benefit

UnitedHealthcare members can access 24/7 support for a range of needs, including counseling, medication management and substance abuse recovery services. Your Behavioral Health benefit provides confidential help for those everyday challenges and for more serious problems.

Call member services 24/7 at (800) 382-2599 or log into myuhc.com and follow these steps:

Select: “Find a Doctor”
Select: “Mental Health Directory”
Select: “People”

Or if you prefer to connect with a provider from the comfort of your home at a time that is convenient for you, you can schedule a mental health virtual visit. Continue on after selecting “People”:

Select: “Provider Type”
Select: “Telemental Health Providers”

Sanvello Mobile App

Download the Sanvello mobile app for help with stress, anxiety, and depression. Learn more (video)

PsychHub Videos

Dig deeper into mental health topics that are important to you with these short videos from PsychHub. Watch the videos here.

Talkspace Demo

Sign in to the Demo for an overview of the member experience, highlighting differentiating features of the Talkspace platform and services.
Password: onlinetherapy

Watch this video for more information on UHC’s Behavioral Health benefits.