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Unimed (Cooperative System)

Unimed

100Score

★★★★☆4.0

Customer satisfaction · 15.0M members

ANS IDSS: 1.0000 — Maximum Score (Top Entities)(2025)

Unimed is the largest medical cooperative in the world with 15 million+ beneficiaries and 115,000+ affiliated physicians across 386 branches. Its physician-owned model means doctors are both members and providers. Top entities like Unimed BH and Porto Alegre achieved maximum ANS IDSS scores.

Overall Score

100/100

Founded

1967

Headquarters

Sao Paulo

Type

hybrid

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Key Metrics

Anss Score

Up to 1.0000 (top entities like BH, Porto Alegre)

Network Size

115,000+ affiliated physicians; 386 branches

Cooperative Model

Physician-owned medical cooperative

Coverage

Present in every Brazilian region

Editorial Ratings

ANS IDSS: 1.0000 — Maximum Score (Top Entities)(2025)

Rating: Top entities (BH, Porto Alegre) scored 1.0000 (maximum) (max: 1.0000)

100ANS

Coverage Highlights

✓Largest medical cooperative in the world
✓Present in every Brazilian region with 386 branches
✓Physician-owned model — doctors are both members and providers
✓Top entities achieved maximum ANS IDSS score of 1.0000
✓Decentralized model allows local customization

Pros

✓Unmatched geographic coverage across Brazil
✓Physician-owned — aligned incentives for quality care
✓Top-scoring entities by ANS quality metrics
✓Strong local community ties

Cons

✗Quality varies significantly between cooperative entities
✗Decentralized structure means inconsistent experience
✗No nationwide plan portability between cooperatives
✗Language barrier for non-Portuguese speakers

Frequently Asked Questions

What makes Unimed different from other health insurers?

Unimed is a physician-owned medical cooperative, meaning doctors are both members and providers. This model aligns incentives for quality care and is unique globally.

Can I use my Unimed plan anywhere in Brazil?

Unimed has 386 branches across every Brazilian region, but plans are tied to specific cooperatives and may not be portable between them. Check with your local Unimed for intercambio (exchange) options.

What is Unimed's ANS IDSS score?

ANS IDSS scores vary by Unimed entity. Top entities like Unimed Belo Horizonte and Unimed Porto Alegre achieved the maximum score of 1.0000.

How many members does Unimed have?

Unimed has over 15 million beneficiaries and 115,000+ affiliated physicians, making it the largest medical cooperative in the world.

Quick Summary

InsurerUnimed (Cooperative System)

Country🇧🇷 Brazil

Overall Score100/100

Satisfaction4.0/5

Members15.0M

Typehybrid

Founded1967

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