What makes our care different?
At Optum, our doctors and care teams work hard to help you reach your personal health goals. Watch this video to learn how.
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On average, our Medicare Advantage patients stay healthier and spend less time in the hospital. They have a 19% lower rate of hospitalizations compared to our Original Medicare patients.
Choosing Optum means choosing a doctor and care team focused on helping you stay well.
Our healthiest patients commit to seeing their doctors for their wellness visits. They also get health screenings when recommended and take their medicines regularly.
From diabetes to heart disease, our doctors work with specialists and care teams to help you better handle long-term medical problems.
For instance, our Medicare Advantage patients with Type 2 diabetes do better with our care vs. our Original Medicare patients. They're 37% less likely to go to the hospital for an urgent issue.2
Our doctors and care teams work with you to create a personal care plan. We help keep you healthier with the right screenings. We also make sure you only get the tests you need. Our care is proven to keep you healthier.
As an Optum patient with a Medicare Advantage plan, you get a primary care doctor and care team focused on your unique needs.
Count on:
- Faster, easier and more ways to get care: in the office, virtually or at home
- Extra support to help you reach your health goals
- Lower costs for the care you need, when you need it
Locations
Explore doctors and plans
Choose from more than 20,000 doctors and 2,000 locations. Find an Optum doctor near you and see the Medicare plans they accept.
Understanding Medicare
Save money with the right care
We accept a wide selection of Medicare Advantage plans. That means more choices for you.
† The contact information listed will direct you to a licensed representative that works with Medicare enrollees to explain Medicare Advantage and Prescription Drug Plan options. There may not be plans available in your area. Any information provided is limited to those plans offered in your area. Please contact Medicare.gov or 1-800-MEDICARE to get information on all of your options.
*Patient information is for illustrative purposes only. While based on an actual patient story, the picture, name, age and other identifiable information have been changed to protect their privacy.
1. Our Medicare Advantage patients are healthier and spend less time in the hospital. They have a 19% lower rate of hospitalization compared to our Original Medicare patients. Optum Care Unified Data Mart (OCUDM 2021); Optum HEDIS Reporting; Cozeva
2. Optum Care Unified Data Mart (OCUDM 2021); Optum HEDIS Reporting; Cozeva