On-demand virtual support from family building and fertility to menopause

The OptumCare Group Benefits Plan partnered with Maven and Optum to bring you enhanced support at every stage. Maven's virtual care model provides 24/7 access to comprehensive, inclusive care for all families needing support on their family building and fertility, maternity and infant care, and menopause journeys. This includes support for adoption and surrogacy. 

For individuals needing access to additional fertility support (preservation, IUI, IVF), Fertility Solutions Plus combines Maven's end-to-end services with one-on-one clinical guidance from Optum fertility nurses who can help navigate fertility options and find Centers of Excellence (COEs) for specialized care.

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The OptumCare Group Benefits Plan is offering access to these programs for employees and their spouse or domestic partner and child dependents 18 years or older enrolled in an eligible medical plan* at no additional cost.

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How it works

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Sign up at no cost

Download Maven to get unlimited on-demand coaching and education from top-rated providers. Your Care Advocate is here to answer questions and help you get the most out of Maven.

Get support 24/7

Get support 24/7

Video chat or message with 30+ types of providers— from OB/GYNs, Doulas and Fertility Awareness Educators to Reproductive Endocrinologists and Wellness Coaches.

Learn and connect

Learn and connect

Browse a library of MD-approved articles and daily tips and connect with members and providers through virtual classes, like Childbirth Education and Menopause 101.  

Get virtual support, content, and community for these stages of life

Maven provides comprehensive support through pregnancy and postpartum up until your child’s first birthday, and loss support.

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Get virtual support, content, and community for these stages of life

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Planning

If you’re thinking of starting a family now or in the future, get tailored reproductive health guidance and mental health support to help you prepare and get closer to your goals.

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Fertility

Gain confidence with expert guidance, exclusive referrals, and mental health support while trying to conceive, or during IUI and IVF journeys.

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Fertility preservation

Feel supported through every step of your egg freezing or sperm banking journey with tailored guidance, advice, resources, and answers you can trust.

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Maternity and Infant Care

Receive holistic support through pregnancy, postpartum, and return to work through your child’s first year of life, and loss support.

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Adoption

This program is for those who are considering adoption and need support from managing the steps of the process to bringing their child home.

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Surrogacy

This program is for those who are considering surrogacy and need support from picking a surrogate to caring for a newborn.

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Menopause & Midlife Health

Maven specialists are here to support your physical and emotional well-being through every stage (and symptom) of menopause and midlife health.

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“I can’t say enough how much it means to me to have Maven as a benefit. It was such a blessing to have not only the resources and content that helped me gather more information and feel prepared, but empathetic faces that I could turn to and that I knew would be available. I don’t know how I would’ve gotten through this time without Maven!”

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"The support has been incredible through pregnancy and postpartum. I feel like I'm equipped with tools to handle a newborn and new mom life because of Maven. It makes me feel confident and capable and safe that I can have an answer so quickly and help whenever needed."

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"The team of support is incredible and easily accessible. The data and virtual classes are so valuable. I feel like Maven has provided me with way more support and insight throughout my pregnancy than my provider has."

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“We can talk to a doctor in minutes when the hospital call line takes hours. It’s like if your best friend were a pediatrician.”

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Frequently asked questions

Who is eligible for Maven?

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Maven services are offered through the following component medical plans of the OptumCare Group Benefits Plan: Accountable Care, Doctors Plan, HSA Plan, HSA Plan – Union, OptumCare EPO Plan, OptumCare EPO Plan – Union, OptumCare NE Plan, Surest Copay Plan and Surest Copay Plan – Union. In order to be eligible you must be an employee or their spouse or domestic partner or child dependent 18 years or older enrolled in an eligible medical plan.*

You are eligible for the Maven Maternity program if you or your eligible dependent is pregnant, if you are a support parent of a member who is pregnant or has delivered, have experienced a miscarriage or infant loss, or are the parent of a baby who is under the age of 12 months (including adoptive parents or parents through surrogacy).

Who is considered the “sponsored individual” during enrollment?

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The primary policy holder of the eligible medical plan is the “sponsored individual”. 

How much does Maven cost, and how does it work with my health insurance?

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You don’t need to worry about out-of-pocket costs because Maven is provided at no cost to you as part of your health plan.

What types of specialists can I connect with through Maven?

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You can video chat and message anytime with specialists who can assist with fertility and family building, maternity and infant care, and menopause. These include 35+ types of specialists, such as reproductive endocrinologists, OB/GYNs, midwives, doulas, mental health coaches, adoption and surrogacy coaches, nutritionists, physical therapists, pediatricians, lactation consultants, sleep coaches, parenting experts, career coaches, and more.

How does Fertility Solutions Plus support me on my path to parenthood?

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The path to parenthood isn't always easy and may look different for everyone. Fertility Solutions Plus combines Maven’s coaching and education with one-on-one clinical guidance from Optum's fertility nurses to offer enhanced support for all paths to parenthood. Get expert case management and access to Optum's centers of excellence for all stages of fertility treatment, plus continuous access to Maven's content, virtual specialists, and communities. Consider joining Fertility Solutions Plus for support with preconception, fertility treatments (preservation, IUI, IVF), adoption and surrogacy.

Upon joining Maven, you’ll meet with your dedicated Care Advocate. Members who indicate that they’re seeking fertility treatment support will be referred to an Optum Fertility Nurse for clinical guidance. Your Optum Fertility Nurse will work with you to create a care plan based on your health assessment and help you find Fertility Centers of Excellence to get treatment. Maven will continue to be a supportive resource, providing coaching and education from Maven providers, a library of content, and on-demand classes.

What happens at the end of my program?

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Prior to your program ending, you will receive communications from Maven alerting you that your program is nearing completion. Contact Benefit Advocates at 1-844-585-1466 with any questions.

What if I already have an in-person OB-GYN or Reproductive Endocrinologist?

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You can continue to see your chosen providers and video chat with Maven providers for guidance and second opinions. Our providers include a range of specialists you might not have access to—from fertility doctors and adoption coaches to mental health specialists, doulas, nutritionists and physical therapists. Your Care Advocate can also help you find in-person providers within your medical plan if you’d like.

How does Maven support partners?

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Eligible partners can sign up with their own account and benefit from the same provider appointments, articles, videos, and virtual classes. Those enrolled in Maternity or Fertility programs also receive content that’s specific to the partner experience.

Do Maven’s providers speak languages other than English?

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Maven has options to connect with providers that speak over 35 different languages, including Spanish, Mandarin, Hindi, French, German, Hebrew and many others. In addition, Maven offers simultaneous translation similar to what you might experience in a hospital or clinic if you didn’t speak the same language as the provider. Your Care Advocate can help you navigate to the best providers to fit your needs.

Thank you for your interest in Maven, however we are no longer accepting enrollments for BlueCare Tennessee members at this time. Please check back for updates.