<div>Winona Health and community partners are helping local residents understand upcoming changes to the Medicare Advantage Plans including Quartz and UCare and how they can continue receiving care with the providers they know and trust.Quartz and UCare have announced they are leaving Winona County, notifying members that their Medicare Advantage plans will no longer be available locally beginning January 1, 2026. While Quartz Medicare Advantage remains available in some surrounding counties, Quartz has removed Winona Health, including the Rushford Clinic, from being in-network for coverage.“Many people assume a plan change means they have to switch health care systems, but that’s not the case,” said Amanda Ciszak, associate vice president of primary care clinics. “Our team and our community partners are here to help you understand your options so you can keep the care and providers you know.”Many Medicare Advantage options remain for patients that include Winona Health in-network. Patients will need to select a new plan, and they are encouraged to review their plan choices. The goal is not only to inform patients but to help them continue care with their trusted providers.“Our top priority is helping our patients maintain their care,” added Vanessa Southworth, Winona Health community well-being director. “We know insurance changes can be confusing, and we want our community to know there are options and support to make the transition as smooth as possible.”Winona Health encourages patients to review their Medicare options during open enrollment:• Winona Health Patient Resources: Call 507-474-3325 for help reviewing plans that keep you in-network.• Minnesota Aging Pathways (formerly Senior LinkAge Line): Free, unbiased help at 800-333-2433 or mn.gov/senior-linkage-line.• Welcome to Medicare: medicare.gov.• For more information, helpful resources, and the latest updates, visit winonahealth.org/medicare.For questions or one-on-one assistance, contact Winona Health Patient Resources at 507-474-3325.</div>

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