MINNEAPOLIS (FOX 9) - UCare will shut down in 2026 and Medica will take control of its existing health plans in the Medicaid, family and individual markets. UCare was created more than 40 years ago primarily to offer health care coverage to low-income policyholders relying on Medicaid, but has recently struggled to navigate rising healthcare costs.

UCare shutting down

What we know:

Medica’s acquisition of UCare’s health plans was announced in a joint press release Monday afternoon.

"As a nonprofit, community-focused health plan, Medica has a long history of serving members in Minnesota, guided by our mission and trusted relationships with providers, customers and members," said Lisa Erickson, CEO of Medica. "Now we have the opportunity to build upon both Medica’s strengths and UCare’

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