At the Western General Chairmen's Association meeting this week, United Health Care Manager Business Operations Charlene Payne reminded the General Chairmen in attendance that the UHC Web Site now offers several valuable functions. Ms. Payne identified the following "Top 10 list" of reasons to use the UHC Web Site, which is located at www.myuhc.com.

1. Verify eligibility, deductible and copay

2. Confirm that a claim has been paid or has been received and is being processed

3. Check or verify benefit coverage

4. Print a temporary ID card or order a permanent ID card

5. Compare hospitals based on specific procedures and by criteria you define

6. Search for in-network physicians and specialists

7. Obtain in-depth information on a wide variety of health topics

8. Use a Treatment Cost Estimator to determine the cost of various procedures and tests

9. Personalize the site based on health topics of specific interest to you

10. Download a Medical Claim Form

These services are available 24/7 for instant access to important information from a single source. You will need to have your ID card available to register and create a User Name and Password to access all site features, but a site tour is available before registering. Also, a help desk is staffed Monday through Friday from 8:00 AM – 10:PM Eastern Time to assist you in navigating www.myuhc.com.