Starting Jan. 1, 2023, more members will have access to the UnitedHealthcare NexusACO® plans. Here’s some information about NexusACO to help as you care for these members.
UnitedHealthcare NexusACO is a commercial tiered benefit plan designed to encourage members to seek care from Tier 1 health care professionals. Tier 1 includes featured Accountable Care Organizations (ACOs) in selected geographic areas and UnitedHealth Premium® Care Physicians in areas around the country where an ACO is not featured.
Learn more about UnitedHealthcare NexusACO.
Because members may have a higher level of benefits when they see Tier 1 providers, we encourage primary care providers (PCPs) to refer members to Tier 1 specialists. Tier 1 providers are identified in the UnitedHealthcare Provider Directory with the Tier 1 symbol.
There are 2 types of NexusACO benefit plans:
For both NexusACO plans:
If you have questions, please contact your UnitedHealthcare provider advocate.