Your Johns Hopkins UnitedHealthcare Coverage Has Changed: Here’s Exactly What to Do Next

A 2025 Complete Action Guide for Maryland Older Adults from The Senior Soup

Last Updated: Monday, August 25, 2025 | Reading Time: 15 minutes | Last Fact-Checked: August 25, 2025

⚠️ IMPORTANT DISCLAIMERS:

  • • This article is for informational purposes only – not medical or insurance advice
  • • Information accurate as of August 25, 2025 – situations may change
  • • Costs shown are typical examples – your actual costs will vary by plan
  • • Always verify information with your insurance company directly
  • • Phone numbers and availability subject to change
  • • Consult your healthcare provider for all medical decisions

Dear Friend:

If you’re reading this, you may be worried about the news that Johns Hopkins and UnitedHealthcare couldn’t reach an agreement.

UnitedHealthcare now considers Johns Hopkins facilities in Maryland, Virginia, and Washington, D.C. out-of-network for patients with employer-sponsored, Individual Family Plans, Medicare Advantage, and Medicaid plans.

Take a deep breath.

You’re going to be okay, and The Senior Soup is here to help you through this step by step.

We know this feels overwhelming. It is overwhelming!

You might be wondering if you can still see your doctor, what will happen to your upcoming appointments, or whether you’ll face huge medical bills.

The most important thing to know: Your insurance is still valid, but which doctors and hospitals accept it as “in-network” has changed.

You still have health insurance coverage – what’s changed is your network access at Johns Hopkins.

Let’s walk through exactly what this means for you and what you need to do.

HERE’S THE GOOD NEWS: A Better Solution That Works With Your UnitedHealthcare

Before you panic about finding a new doctor’s office, consider this: Ennoble Care, Maryland’s premier home-based primary care practice, accepts UnitedHealthcare PPO plans and brings excellent medical care directly to your home.

No more worrying about which hospitals are in-network – your doctor comes to YOU.

Quick Answer Section: Your Most Urgent Johns Hopkins/United HealthCare Insurance Questions

“Can I still see my Johns Hopkins doctor?”

Important Clarification: Your healthcare insurance is still valid, but which doctors and hospitals accept it as “in-network” has changed.

You still have insurance coverage – but what’s changed is your network access at Johns Hopkins.

YES, you can still see your Hopkins medical providers, but it will COST MORE unless you take specific actions:

  • Apply for continuity of care (we’ll show you how below).
  • Switch to a different health insurance plan during open Enrollment (coming up soon).
  • Pay out-of-network costs if you can afford them.
  • Consider a better option: Switch to Ennoble Care’s home-based primary care (accepts UnitedHealthcare PPO, no network worries).

“What about my upcoming primary care appointments?”

Don’t cancel them yet! Call the billing office at Johns Hopkins first.

Tell them you have UnitedHealthcare and ask:

  1. What the out-of-network cost would be.
  2. If they offer payment plans.
  3. If you qualify for financial assistance.
  4. If they can help you apply for continuity of care.

Alternative: If you have a UnitedHealthcare PPO plan, contact Ennoble Care – no waiting rooms, no parking hassles, and your insurance covers it.

“Will I go bankrupt from medical bills?”

You have protections.

Emergency care is still covered at in-network rates by law. For other care, you have options, including switching plans, finding new doctors, or applying for financial help.

The Senior Soup can guide you through each option.

Part 1: Understanding What Actually Changed (And What Didn’t)

What Changed on August 25, 2025:

✗ Johns Hopkins hospitals are now out-of-network for UnitedHealthcare.
✗ Johns Hopkins doctors are now out-of-network for UnitedHealthcare commercial plans.
✗ Johns Hopkins Community Physicians (39 locations) are now out-of-network.

What DIDN’T Change:

✓ Your Medicare coverage – you still have health insurance.

✓ Emergency room coverage – you are still covered at in-network rates everywhere.

✓ Johns Hopkins All Children’s Hospital in Florida – Still in-network.

✓ Your prescriptions – Pharmacy coverage remains unchanged.

✓ Non-Hopkins doctors – Other doctors are still in-network.

✓ NEW: Ennoble Care – Still accepts UnitedHealthcare PPO plans for home visits.

Which UnitedHealthcare Plans Are Affected:

Fully Affected (hospitals AND doctors out-of-network):

  • Employer-sponsored plans (if you or your spouse still works).
  • Individual marketplace plans.
  • Note: If you have a UnitedHealthcare PPO plan, Ennoble Care’s home-based primary care is still covered!

Medicare Advantage – IMPORTANT CLARIFICATION:

What’s Actually Changing for Medicare Advantage Members:

  • Johns Hopkins HOSPITALS are now out-of-network (this is NEW)
  • Johns Hopkins physicians were ALREADY out-of-network (this is NOT new)

What this means: If you have Medicare Advantage through UnitedHealthcare, you were already unable to see Johns Hopkins doctors as in-network providers.

The August 25 change only affects your access to Johns Hopkins hospitals.

Bottom line for Medicare Advantage members: You’re losing hospital access only. You couldn’t see Hopkins doctors in-network before, and that hasn’t changed.

Health Insurance Plans affected:

Important Note: If you have Original Medicare (not Medicare Advantage), this does NOT affect you at all since Original Medicare doesn’t use networks.

Part 2: Your Immediate Action Checklist

This Week (Do These First):

□ Day 1-2: Inventory Your Situation

  1. Find your UnitedHealthcare card.
  2. Check if you have a PPO plan (essential for Ennoble Care coverage).
  3. Write down your member ID number.
  4. List all Johns Hopkins providers you see.
  5. List any upcoming appointments.
  6. List any ongoing treatments (cancer, dialysis, physical therapy, etc.).

□ Day 3-4: Make Key Phone Calls

Call #1: UnitedHealthcare Member Services

  • Number on back of your card (or (866) 414-1959).
  • Ask: “I need help because Johns Hopkins is out of network now.”
  • Important: Ask if you have a PPO plan (Ennoble Care accepts these!)
  • Have them explain YOUR specific benefits.
  • Ask about the continuity of care application.
  • Request that they mail you the forms.

Call #2: Your Primary Johns Hopkins Doctor

  • Ask if they’ll help with continuity of care paperwork,
  • Ask for medical records you might need,
  • Ask for referrals if needed,

Call #3: Ennoble Care (if you have UnitedHealthcare PPO)

  • Call Ennoble Care at (240) 203-7173 to enroll in home-based primary care in Maryland.
  • Ennoble Care accepts the following health insurance as primary health insurance carriers: UnitedHealthcare PPO plans, Medicare Part B, Aetna PPO, Cigna PPO, Humana PPO, Medicare Advantage plans, CareFirst BlueCross PPO, BlueCross Federal PPO, and Hopkins PPO.
  • Ennoble Care will provide guidance on transferring your Johns Hopkins medical records.

Call #4: The Senior Soup Helpline

□ Day 5-7: Organize Your Medical Information

Create a folder with:

  • Insurance cards (front and back copies).
  • List of all medications.
  • List of all your medical providers, with their phone numbers.
  • Recent test results or treatment summaries.
  • Any letters from UnitedHealthcare or Johns Hopkins.

This Month (Important But Less Urgent):

□ Week 2: Apply for Continuity of Care (if eligible)

You qualify if you have:

  • Cancer treatment in progress.
  • Pregnancy (or trying to become pregnant).
  • Recent surgery requiring follow-up.
  • Organ transplant care.
  • Dialysis or infusion therapy.
  • Mental health treatment is in progress.
  • Any other serious ongoing treatment.

How to Apply:

  1. Call UnitedHealthcare at (866) 414-1959
  2. Say: “I need to apply for continuity of care because Johns Hopkins is out of network.”
  3. They’ll mail you forms (or help you over the phone).
  4. Ask your current primary care provider to write a letter supporting your application.
  5. Submit within 30 days for best results.

□ Week 3: Explore Your Insurance Options

Option A: Keep Your Current Insurance + Switch to Home-Based Care

If you have UnitedHealthcare PPO, Ennoble Care provides:

  • Mobile Primary Care in Maryland.
  • Accepts UnitedHealthcare PPO plans.
  • No network changes to worry about; Ennoble Care bills directly through insurance.
  • Physicians, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants visit patients every four to six weeks, or as needed.
  • 45-60 minute appointments (not rushed 10-minute visits).

Option B: Switch During Open Enrollment (October 15 – December 7, 2025)

  • Medicare Advantage plans that include Johns Hopkins.
  • CareFirst BlueCross BlueShield (includes Hopkins).
  • Original Medicare + Medigap (works at Hopkins).

Option C: Qualify for Special Enrollment

You might switch now if you:

Part 3: A Better Solution – Never Worry About Networks Again

Introducing Ennoble Care: Home-Based Primary Care That Accepts UnitedHealthcare PPO

Instead of scrambling to find a new Maryland primary care provider’s office and starting over with someone who doesn’t know you, consider this revolutionary approach that’s gaining popularity among Maryland older adults and adults with disabilities and mobility challenges:

What Is Ennoble Care?

  • A home-based primary care provider that serves Maryland, the District of Columbia, and Northern Virginia.
  • Accepts UnitedHealthcare PPO plans.
  • Comprehensive primary care services at home – all billed through your health insurance.
  • Physicans, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants.

Why This Solves Your Problem Better:

  • ✓ No more network changes affecting you.
  • ✓ No waiting rooms or parking hassles.
  • ✓ 45-60 minute at-home primary care appointments (not 7-minute rushes).
  • ✓ The same Ennoble Care primary care provider builds a longstanding and trusted relationship with you (and your family!).
  • ✓ A dedicated care coordination team and after-hours medical support.
  • ✓ Ennoble Care can refer you to outside specialists.

What Ennoble Care Can Do at Your Home:

  • Complete physical exams.
  • Chronic care management (diabetes, heart disease, COPD).
  • Blood work and lab tests.
  • EKGs and other diagnostics.
  • Medication management.
  • Preventive care and screenings.

Ennoble Care is PERFECT for former Johns Hopkins patients because:

  • More personalized attention than hospital clinics.
  • No transportation challenges.
  • Works with your existing UnitedHealthcare PPO.
  • Can coordinate with Johns Hopkins specialists if needed.

Learn more about Ennoble Care: Visit Our Complete Guide to House Call Doctors in Maryland

Part 4: Managing Specific Medical Situations

If You Have Cancer:

Immediate Steps:

  1. DO NOT stop treatment.
  2. Call your oncologist’s financial counselor today.
  3. Apply for continuity of care immediately.
  4. Ask about Johns Hopkins’ financial assistance.
  5. Consider switching to Original Medicare + Medigap during open Enrollment.

For Ongoing Primary Care Needs: While continuing cancer treatment at Johns Hopkins, Ennoble Care can manage your primary care needs at home, coordinating with your oncology team.

Call Ennoble Care today at (240) 203-7172.

Your Rights:

  • Your plan must cover active chemotherapy through its completion.
  • Your plan must cover the completion of your radiation therapy cycles.
  • Clinical trials may have separate coverage.
  • Second opinions are still covered, even out-of-network.

If You’re Having Surgery:

Scheduled Surgery:

  • Call the surgeon’s office immediately.
  • Ask about postponing until after you switch insurance.
  • Get a cost estimate for out-of-network payment.
  • If you cannot delay the surgery, apply for continuity of care.
  • Ask about payment plans.

Post-Surgery Care: Ennoble Care excels at post-surgical follow-up care at home, minimizing the need for travel during recovery.

Emergency Surgery:

  • Covered at in-network rates regardless
  • Seek emergency care immediately when needed – sort out billing later
  • Medical Advice Disclaimer: This article is for informational purposes only. Always consult your healthcare provider for medical decisions.

If You Have a Chronic Condition (Diabetes, Heart Disease, etc.):

Your Best Option: Ennoble Care specializes in managing chronic conditions at home:

  • Regular monitoring without the travel.
  • Medication adjustments as needed.
  • Coordinate with specialists.
  • Covered by UnitedHealthcare PPO plans.

Managing Prescriptions:

  • Prescriptions are still covered normally.
  • Any doctor can refill most medications.
  • Ennoble Care manages all your medications.
  • Urgent care can provide temporary refills if needed.

If You’re in a Nursing Home or Assisted Living:

Special Considerations:

  • Many facilities work with Ennoble Care for resident care.
  • Ask your facility if Ennoble Care visits.
  • Family can help arrange home-based care services.
  • Reduces the need for medical transportation.

Part 5: Understanding Your Costs

What “Out-of-Network” Costs Mean:

In-Network (before August 25):

  • Primary care visit: Your standard copay.
  • Specialist visit: Your standard specialist copay.
  • Hospital stay: Your plan’s hospital copay/coinsurance.

Out-of-Network (after August 25 at Johns Hopkins):

  • Primary care visit: Significantly higher costs.
  • Specialist visit: Substantially more expensive.
  • Hospital stay: Could be thousands of dollars.

With Ennoble Care (if you have UnitedHealthcare PPO):

  • Primary care visit: Your standard in-network copay.
  • House call convenience: No additional charge.
  • Longer appointments: Same copay as rushed office visits.

Note: Exact costs vary by plan. Contact UnitedHealthcare for your specific benefits.

Your Out-of-Pocket Maximum Still Applies, But Is Higher:

  • In-network maximum: Lower amount (check your plan).
  • Out-of-network maximum: Higher amount (often double).
  • Combined maximum protects you from catastrophic costs.

Financial Help Available:

Johns Hopkins Financial Assistance:

Payment Plans:

  • No interest payment plans available.
  • Flexible payment terms based on your situation.
  • Your financial situation determines your monthly payments.
  • Always ask – payment plans are routine, not embarrassing.

Part 6: Your Medicare Open Enrollment Strategy (October 15 – December 7, 2025)

Medicare Open Enrollment is your annual opportunity to review and change your coverage.

Open Enrollment begins on October 15, 2025, and ends on December 7, 2025.

Best Options to Keep Johns Hopkins Providers:

Option 1: Original Medicare + Medigap

  • ✓ Johns Hopkins accepts Original Medicare.
  • ✓ Medigap Plan G covers most costs.
  • ✓ See any primary care provider/specialist who takes Medicare.
  • ✓ Ennoble Care also accepts Original (traditional) Medicare.
  • ✗ Higher monthly premium for Medigap.
  • ✗ Need a separate Part D drug plan.

Option 2: CareFirst Medicare Advantage

  • ✓ Includes Johns Hopkins in-network.
  • ✓ Often includes drugs, dental, and vision.
  • ✓ Lower monthly premium.
  • ✗ Must use network doctors.
  • ✗ Requires referrals and prior authorization.

Option 3: Keep Your Current Plan + Add Ennoble Care

  • ✓ No insurance change needed if you have a PPO plan as your primary health insurance carrier.
  • ✓ Speedy Enrollment and be seen quickly by a primary care provider.
  • ✓ Avoid the confusion of switching plans.
  • ✓ A primary care provider comes to you!

How to Compare Plans:

Step 1: Visit Medicare.gov/plan-compare

Step 2: Enter your zip code.

Step 3: Enter your drug list.

Step 4: Filter for plans that include Johns Hopkins (or accept Ennoble Care).

Step 5: Compare total yearly costs, not just premiums.

Or Call:

Part 7: Why Home-Based Primary Care Is the Future

The Hidden Benefits of Switching to Ennoble Care:

Never Be Vulnerable to Insurance Disputes Again:

When your primary care provider comes to your home, hospital network changes don’t affect your primary care.

Ennoble Care works with multiple insurance plans and adapts as needed!

Better Health Outcomes with Ennoble Care:

Studies show home-based primary care patients have:

  • Fewer hospitalizations.
  • Fewer emergency room visits.
  • Better medication compliance.
  • Higher satisfaction scores.

Ennoble Care is More Convenient Than Traditional Offices:

  • No transportation needed.
  • No waiting rooms.
  • No exposure to other sick patients.
  • Scheduled, routine appointments (typically every four to six weeks, depending on your medical needs).
  • Family can be present easily.

Comprehensive Care Coordination

  • Ennoble Care PCPs often refer patients to specialist providers.
  • Coordinate with hospitals when needed.
  • Manage your medications and send prescriptions to your pharmacy.
  • Provide behavioral health integration, remote patient monitoring, and a personalized care plan.

Part 8: Your Rights and Protections

You Have Legal Rights:

Emergency Care:

  • ALWAYS covered at in-network rates.
  • Seek emergency care immediately when needed – sort out billing later.
  • A Maryland hospital emergency room cannot turn you away.
  • Ambulance rides are covered regardless of the hospital.
  • Medical Advice Disclaimer: This article is for informational purposes only. Always consult your healthcare provider for medical decisions.

Balance Billing Protection:

  • Emergency care cannot be balance billed under the No Surprises Act.
  • You cannot be charged more than in-network rates for emergencies.
  • Applies at ANY hospital.

Continuity of Care Rights:

  • Insurance must consider your continuity of care application.
  • Medical provider support strengthens the application.
  • Usually covers 90 days or through treatment completion.
  • Can appeal if denied.

How to File Complaints:

Maryland Insurance Administration:

Medicare (if you have Medicare Advantage):

Part 9: Red Flags and Scam Warnings

Beware of Scammers!

With this latest news about Hopkins and UnitedHealthcare’s breakup, scammers may try to take advantage of older adults in the DMV area!

The FTC warns about Medicare scams that often follow insurance changes.

Watch for these Red Flags:

  • ✗ Anyone calling saying, “Your Medicare is canceled.“
  • ✗ Demands for immediate payment.
  • ✗ Requests for Medicare ID over the phone.
  • ✗ Offers for “special insurance” to fix the problem.
  • ✗ Pressure to switch plans immediately.

Remember:

  • ✓ Medicare will NEVER call you unsolicited.
  • ✓ Johns Hopkins can work with you on medical billing.
  • ✓ You have time to make decisions.
  • ✓ Real help doesn’t pressure you.
  • ✓ Ennoble Care is a legitimate, established home-based primary care practice verified by The Senior Soup.

Part 10: How The Senior Soup Can Help You

Services The Senior Soup Provides:

1. Plan Comparison Help:

  • We’ll help you compare plans.
  • Explain the plans and help you understand the best plan for you.
  • We can guide you to a Medicare broker if you switch plans.

2. Home-Based Primary Care Information:

  • Educate you about Ennoble Care’s comprehensive Maryland mobile primary services.
  • Help you understand how home-based primary care works and how your PCP visits are structured.
  • Verify your insurance coverage.
  • Schedule your first at-home primary care appointment.

3. Paperwork Assistance:

  • Help with continuity of care applications.
  • Assist with Medicare forms.

4. Ongoing Support

  • Check in after you make changes.
  • Help with problems that arise.
  • Answer new questions.
  • Connect you with other resources.

Part 11: Your Month-by-Month Action Plan

September 2025:

  • Week 1: Complete the immediate checklist.
  • Week 1-2: If you have UnitedHealthcare PPO, contact Ennoble Care at (240) 203-7172 to enroll in home-based primary care.
  • Week 2: Apply for continuity care if eligible.
  • Week 3: Research insurance alternatives (The Senior Soup can provide you with credible and unbiased research if you need help).
  • Week 4: Schedule an open enrollment appointment with Maryland Department of Aging SHIP counselors.

October 2025:

  • October 15: Medicare Open Enrollment begins.
  • Week 3: Compare plans carefully.
  • Week 4: Make preliminary decision.
  • Ongoing: Continue with Ennoble Care if started.

November 2025:

  • Week 1: Final plan research.
  • Week 2: Enroll in a new plan if switching.
  • Week 3: Confirm Enrollment.
  • Week 4: Prepare for January 2026 changes.

December 2025:

  • December 7: Last day to change plans
  • Week 2: Verify new health insurance cares are coming
  • Week 3: Schedule January 2026 medical appointments
  • Week 4: Organize your medical records.

January 2026:

  • January 1: New coverage begins.
  • Week 1: Get new health insurance cards.
  • Week 2: Confirm that your provider accepts insurance.
  • Week 3: Transfer prescriptions if needed.

The Bottom Line: You’re Going to Be Okay

We know this situation feels overwhelming, but thousands of older adults in Maryland have successfully navigated insurance changes before.

You can too!

Consider This Your Opportunity: While this disruption is stressful, it might be the push you needed to discover better care options like Ennoble Care’s home-based services.

The Three Most Important Things:

  1. Don’t panic or rush – You have time to make good decisions.
  2. Don’t stop necessary medical care – There are always options.
  3. Don’t go through this alone – Help is available.

Your Next Three Steps:

  1. Today: Call UnitedHealthcare to understand YOUR specific coverage (ask if you have PPO!)
  2. This Week: If you have PPO, consider calling Ennoble Care at (240) 203-7172 for a seamless transition to home-based primary care in Maryland.
  3. This Month: Start researching other health insurance options for open Enrollment if needed.

Frequently Asked Questions

Question: What is Ennoble Care?

Answer: Ennoble Care is Maryland’s premier home-based primary care practice that accepts UnitedHealthcare PPO plans.

The Senior Soup recommends Ennoble Care because they have witnessed several positive patient outcomes!

Ennoble Care is part of The Senior Soup’s trusted medical provider network.

Question: I’ve been seeing my Johns Hopkins doctor for 20 years. Do I really have to switch?

Answer: You do not have to switch doctors, but you’ll need to either:

(1) Pay more to see them out-of-network

(2) Switch to an insurance plan that includes Johns Hopkins during open Enrollment

(3) Apply for continuity of care if you have serious ongoing treatment

(4) Consider Ennoble Care for primary care while keeping Hopkins specialists as needed

Question: Does Ennoble Care really come to my home?

Answer: Yes!

Ennoble Care provides physicians, nurse practitioners, and physician assistants who come directly to your home for all primary care needs.

The primary care providers bring modern medical equipment and can do almost everything a traditional primary care office can do, but in the comfort of your home.

Question: What if I’m in the middle of cancer treatment?

Answer: Do NOT stop treatment.

Apply for continuity of care immediately – cancer treatment almost always qualifies. Johns Hopkins also has financial assistance.

For primary care needs during cancer treatment, Ennoble Care can assist Marylanders at home while they continue oncology care at Hopkins.

Question: Will this Insurance Change affect my Prescription Drug Coverage?

Answer: NO – your prescription coverage has not changed.

Ennoble Care primary care providers can manage your medications during home visits.

Question: Can I switch to Original Medicare?

Answer: Yes, during open Enrollment (October 15 – December 7, 2025).

Johns Hopkins accepts Original Medicare.

You may wish to add a Medigap plan to help with the 20% of medical expenses that Medicare doesn’t cover.

Warning: Medigap plans can reject you or charge more for pre-existing conditions if you’re beyond your initial enrollment period.

Question: What if I cannot afford the out-of-network insurance costs?

Answer: You have options.

(1) Johns Hopkins financial assistance if income qualifies.

(2) Payment plans with flexible terms.

(3) Switch to Ennoble Care for in-network primary care if you have a PPO plan.

(4) Change insurance during open Enrollment. Never skip medical care due to cost without exploring these options first.

Question: Is this Hopkins health insurance change with UnitedHealthcare permanent?

Honest Answer: We don’t know for sure.

Johns Hopkins and UnitedHealthcare could reach an agreement at any time.

However, plan as if it’s permanent and be pleasantly surprised if they resolve it. Meanwhile, establishing care with Ennoble Care ensures you’re never vulnerable to these disputes again.

Q: Why did this health insurance change happen?

Short Answer: Johns Hopkins says UnitedHealthcare denies too many claims and creates too much paperwork.

UnitedHealthcare says Johns Hopkins wanted unreasonable contract terms.

Regardless of who’s right, you need to protect yourself by taking action.

Question: Should I file a complaint?

Answer: You may wish to file a complaint if you are affected by the insurance coverage change.

Contact the Maryland Insurance Administration at 410-468-2000. The more complaints they receive, the more pressure on both parties to resolve this.

Resources and Important Phone Numbers

Note: Phone numbers subject to change – please verify before calling!

Maryland Health Insurance Help:

Johns Hopkins:

Home-Based Primary Care:

The Senior Soup:

A Personal Note from The Senior Soup Team

Dear Friend:

We know this is a difficult and confusing time.

Many of you may have gone to Johns Hopkins for decades, trusting them with your most serious health concerns. The relationship you have with your medical providers is precious, and the thought of losing it is frightening.

Please know that you’re not alone in this. Thousands of Maryland older adults are facing the same challenge, and we’re all going to get through it together.

At The Senior Soup, we’ve helped hundreds of older adults navigate insurance challenges, and we’ve learned that with the correct information and support, there’s always a path forward.

Sometimes, disruptions like this actually lead to discovering better care options – like Ennoble Care’s home-based services that many seniors say they wish they’d known about years ago.

Don’t let pride stop you from asking for help. Don’t let fear stop you from taking action. And definitely don’t let confusion stop you from getting the medical care you need.

The Senior Soup is Here for You!

We’re here for you, with no agenda except helping you find your best solution.

Whether that’s switching insurance, transitioning to Ennoble Care’s home-based primary care, or figuring out how to afford to stay at Johns Hopkins, we’ll work through it together.

Call us.

Email us.

The Senior Soup can help you — and more importantly, we care about you and your well-being. Please stop by our office or call us. Whatever works for you.

You’ve contributed so much to our Maryland community over your lifetime. Now let your community help you.

All the best,

Ryan R. Miner, MBA
Co-Founder, The Senior Soup

P.S. If you found this guide helpful, please share it with other older adults who might be affected.

The more people we can help, the better.

And remember, if you have UnitedHealthcare PPO, you can start receiving excellent primary care at home through Ennoble Care right away – no need to wait for open Enrollment!

Disclaimers

Medical Disclaimer: This article provides general information only and does not constitute medical, legal, or insurance advice. Every person’s situation is unique. Always consult with your healthcare providers and insurance company for advice specific to your situation.

Accuracy Note: While The Senior Soup strives for 100% accuracy, insurance networks and policies change frequently. Information was accurate as of Monday, August 25, 2025. Please verify all information with your insurance provider and healthcare team before making decisions.

Financial Disclaimer: All costs and coverage details vary by specific insurance plan. Contact UnitedHealthcare directly at the number on your insurance card for your exact benefits and costs.

Disclosure: Ennoble Care is a featured provider in The Senior Soup’s trusted network. We recommend them based on their quality of care and acceptance of UnitedHealthcare PPO plans.

The Senior Soup is an independent resource for Maryland seniors. We have no affiliation with Johns Hopkins Medicine or UnitedHealthcare.

Ryan Miner, MBA | Co-Founder and Podcast Host | The Senior Soup

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Hi, I'm Ryan!

I co-founded The Senior Soup Soup with Raquel Micit in September 2022. Together, we host The Senior Soup Podcast.

I am a community relations manager for Ennoble Care in Maryland, where I am responsible for marketing our home-based primary care healthcare practice.

I have over 15 years experience in healthcare, senior services, senior care, marketing, public policy, and search engine optimization.

I have a MBA from Mount St. Mary's University and a BA from Duquesne University.

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