The UPMC for Life Difference
UPMC for Life is the Medicare Advantage plan of UPMC Health Plan. We’re a western Pennsylvania health plan owned by the University of Pittsburgh Medical Center (UPMC), one of the top-ranked health systems in the nation (U.S. News & World Report, America’s Best Hospitals 7-18-11).
Our Medicare Advantage network includes over 8,000 doctors and 75 hospitals throughout 34 counties in Pennsylvania, Ohio, and West Virginia. You’ll get peace of mind knowing that you can see any participating provider without a referral.
Benefits that can help you lead a healthier lifestyle
UPMC for Life proudly maintains an "Excellent" accreditation from the National Committee for Quality Assurance (NCQA), the highest honor a managed care company can receive. We offer additional benefits and services that can help you lead a healthier lifestyle. That means you get coverage for important things like:
- Primary care and specialist doctor visits
- Preventive services such as an annual wellness exam
- Brand-name and generic prescription drug coverage (on some plans)
- Routine vision care with your choice of provider (on some plans)
- Membership at a participating fitness club at no additional cost (on some plans)
- 24/7 worldwide medical assistance while traveling
We're working hard to provide you with an outstanding customer service experience
As a member, you’ll get a special team of Health Care Concierges who are dedicated to answering your questions and helping you understand your benefits. Our commitment is to get you the information you need in just one phone call. And our representatives are local so you can speak to a person who’s close to home.
Learn more about the UPMC for Life Health Care Concierge program.


