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MCC Code
8011
Category
Doctors and Physicians (Not Elsewhere Classified)
Reward Category
Healthcare
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Subscription-based preventive care; membership fee may code as 8011 but some issuers classify recurring health subscriptions under Other
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What MCC code does Forward Health use?
Forward Health uses MCC 8011 — Doctors and Physicians (Not Elsewhere Classified). This is the four-digit Merchant Category Code assigned to Forward Health by card networks and determines how your purchase is categorized for rewards.
Does Forward Health count as doctors and physicians (not elsewhere classified) for credit card rewards?
Forward Health does not code as you might expect. It uses MCC 8011 (Doctors and Physicians (Not Elsewhere Classified)), which may not trigger the bonus category you're hoping for. Always check your card's terms.
Which credit card earns the most rewards at Forward Health?
The best card depends on how Forward Health codes. Since it uses MCC 8011 (Doctors and Physicians (Not Elsewhere Classified)), look for cards that offer bonus rewards in that category. Check the card recommendations above for the top options.