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Choice Plus membership is growing in Missouri
UnitedHealthcare·MO·Network News
Effective date
Jan 1, 2026
We identified it
Jun 13, 2026
Summary
Effective January 1, 2026, St. Louis Painters Welfare Fund members now have access to the UnitedHealthcare Choice Plus network in Missouri. No action is needed to begin treating these new members, but billing teams should verify member eligibility and benefits through the UnitedHealthcare Shared Services Provider Portal administered by UMR.
Action Required
No immediate action required. Billing team should verify eligibility and benefits for St. Louis Painters Welfare Fund members through the UnitedHealthcare Shared Services Provider Portal (administered by UMR) when treating these patients. Review member ID cards for specific contact information regarding medical utilization management services.