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UPMC Champions for Life

The UPMC Champions for Life program offers UPMC for Life members the opportunity to volunteer throughout Pennsylvania. No experience is necessary to volunteer your time and talents.

What makes a Champion?

Champions are UPMC for Life members who want to make a difference in our community. We are looking for volunteers who are:

  • Warm, caring, and have a positive attitude.
  • Interested in forming relationships and who get along well with others.
  • Excited to help others.
  • Committed to their volunteer work.

Choose volunteer activities based on your likes and interests

  • Volunteer at UPMC Health Plan events.
  • Share the skills and hobbies you enjoy.
  • Provide companionship.
  • Lead classes that teach new skills, such as the basics of computers, cooking, art, or gardening.

Be a part of our team

All UPMC for Life members can apply for the UPMC Champions for Life program.

Ready to take the next step? You can apply to be part of the UPMC Champions for Life program today!

  • Apply online at UPMC Champions for Life.
  • You must successfully complete a criminal background check. There is no cost to you for your application or criminal background check.
  • After you complete the application process, we will contact you for an in-person meeting. You will meet with a UPMC Champions for Life team member and get the opportunity to ask questions and tell us more about yourself.
  • Once you are accepted, you may also be asked to complete additional training at your volunteer site.

To find out more about UPMC Champions for Life, you can:

Contact us

UPMC for Life Members
Call us toll-free: 1-877-539-3080 (TTY: 711)

Oct. 1 – March 31: 
Seven days a week from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. 
 
April 1 – Sept. 30: 
Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. 

UPMC for Life Prospective Members
Call us toll-free: 1-866-400-5077 (TTY: 711)
Oct. 1 – March 31: 
Seven days a week from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. 
 
April 1 – Sept. 30: 
Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Saturday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

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Last Updated: 10/01/2024

Medicare resources

Additional Documents and Forms
Medicare Complaint Form
Eligible for Medicare and Medicaid
Request a Provider Directory or Plan Materials
Medication Therapy Management
Language Assistance
UPMC for Life Coverage Criteria
This information is not a complete description of benefits. Call 1-866-400-5077 (TTY: 711) for more information. Out-of-network/Noncontracted providers are under no obligation to treat UPMC for Life members, except in emergency situations. Please call our customer service number or see your Evidence of Coverage for more information, including the cost sharing that applies to out-of-network services. Other physicians/providers are available in the UPMC for Life network.

This information is available for free in other languages. Please call our customer service number at 1-877-539-3080 (TTY: 711).

UPMC for Life has a contract with Medicare to provide HMO, HMO D-SNP, and PPO plans. The HMO D-SNP plans have a contract with the PA State Medical Assistance program. Enrollment in UPMC for Life depends on contract renewal. UPMC for Life is a product of and operated by UPMC Health Plan Inc., UPMC Health Network Inc., UPMC Health Benefits Inc., UPMC for You Inc., and UPMC Health Coverage Inc.

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UPMC for Life Members
Call us toll-free: 1-877-539-3080
TTY: 711

Oct. 1 – March 31:
Seven days a week from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.

April 1 – Sept. 30:
Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.

UPMC for Life Prospective Members
Call us toll-free: 1-866-400-5077
TTY: 711

Oct. 1 – March 31:
Seven days a week from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.

April 1 – Sept. 30:
Monday through Friday from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m. Saturday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

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Last Updated: 1/19/2024