Labs Invited to Apply for UnitedHealthcare & 2025 Preferred Lab Network
All laboratories are invited to submit their request to join the UnitedHealthcare Preferred Lab Network
starting from July 1, 2025. This network consists of freestanding laboratories that are presently
contracted and have high standards in terms of accessibility, cost, data quality, and services.
Benefits of Participation
Approved applicants will receive the following benefits:
1. Enhanced Visibility: The approved laboratories will be listed on the UnitedHealthcare directory
to ensure they are easily accessible to the members and ensure that the members’ healthcare
professionals refer them to those laboratories.
2. Marketing Support: Marketing and communications materials will be pre-approved for language
to be used to promote the Preferred Lab Network designation for laboratories.
How to Apply
To start the process, send an email to preferred_lab@uhc.com by January 15, 2025, with “Preferred Lab
Network” in the subject line. Include the following details in your email:
- Your name, position, and email address
- Your lab’s complete mailing address
- Organization Name
- Taxpayer Identification Number (TIN)
- National Provider Identifier
Once you email, UnitedHealthcare will send you a link to the application, which must be completed by
January 31, 2025.
What Happens Next?
If your lab is selected, you’ll be notified by May 30, 2025. UnitedHealthcare will also provide an updated
Participation Agreement outlining the terms of your Preferred Lab Network designation.
For more information questions or support, chat with us anytime on the UnitedHealthcare Provider
Portal.