MINNETONKA, Minn. — Two Minnesota-based health care companies announced a new deal that would allow Medica to acquire "certain contracts and assets" of competitor UCare sometime early next year.

A statement put forth by Medica called the deal an "agreement that will preserve health coverage in Minnesota," promising coverage "without interruption" to individuals already enrolled in a plan for 2025 and/or UCare's 2026 Medicaid and Individual and Family Plans.

“Combined, UCare and Medica have nearly a century of industry expertise and a shared commitment to community-driven coverage for those who need it most,” said Hilary Marden-Resnik, president and CEO of UCare.

“This is a significant agreement that will enable us to preserve access to coverage for Minnesota’s most vulnerable members.”

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