Next Generation MyCare Program

Welcome to WellCare by Buckeye Health Plan

WellCare by Buckeye Health Plan offers a plan for individuals eligible for Medicare and Medicaid through Ohio’s managed care program, Next Generation MyCare.

The Next Generation MyCare Program is an improved healthcare program for Ohioans who have both Medicaid and Medicare that helps members get the care they need all in one plan. The Plan gives members all benefits available through the traditional Medicare and Medicaid programs, including long-term care services both in the community, assisted living, and in a nursing facility as well as behavioral health services. We are pleased to share with you the launch of the Buckeye Health Plan website pages supporting this new product starting January 1, 2026.

You’ve entered your one-stop shop to access all the information you need for this new plan:

• NextGen MyCare Contracted Provider
• Contracted Independent Provider of Long Term Services
• NextGen MyCare non-Participating Providers
• NextGen MyCare Provider Manual
• NextGen MyCare Product Training
• NextGen MyCare Claims Escalation
• Ohio Department of Medicaid Next Generation MyCare

Updates

This page will also serve as a centralized location for Next Generation MyCare Program Updates. As we move farther along in the rollout of the new program, you will find Updates to keep you current on changes or additions all in one place.