Amanda R. Rice, MD
Specialties: Family Medicine
Gender: Female
Biography: Dr. Amanda Rice is native of Jackson, MS who graduated from Mississippi College in 2001. After graduation from college, Dr. Rice attended University of Kansas Medical Center in Kansas City, KS. Due to her roots, she returned to complete Family Medicine residency at University of Mississippi Medical Center in 2011. Dr. Rice has practiced medicine in Mississippi serving patients in rural area and Jackson metro area. Dr. Rice has served as a physician in multiple compacities including private practice and as Chief Medical Officer at a Federally Qualified Health Center. Dr. Rice returned to UMMC in 2019 to become faculty in the Department of Family Medicine. Since being at UMMC, Dr. Rice has become core faculty at the residency program and continues to see her own panel of patients at the Flowood family medicine clinic. Dr. Rice is board certified in family medicine, a member of the Society of Teachers of Family Medicine, and Group on Women in Medicine and Science. She is committed to patient care and has a passion for educating patients, community health, and educating learners. Outside of Medicine, Dr. Rice enjoys spending time with her family, serves as youth mentor, and enjoys singing.
My Approach to Healthcare
As a family medicine physician, I strive to provide individualized care and treat the whole person. My goal is to be an integral part of each patient's healthcare journey by offering appropriate treatment, education and fostering a trusting patient-physician relationship while also participating in shared decision-making and understanding the impact of socioeconomical factors on a patient's health. I take pride in advocating for each patient and serving as not only their provider but also a resource for continuity of care, support through all stages life, and making an impact in their lives.
Practice Locations
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Flowood Family Medicine - UMMC
2466 Flowood Drive, Flowood, MS 39232 View Location |
Accepted Insurance Plans
The University of Mississippi Medical Center accepts all plans, but may not be an in-network provider with your plan. We encourage you to contact your insurer and ask if the plan is in network with UMMC. Always contact your insurance carrier for specific coverage information.
Network Participation - 2026
MississippiCAN and CHIP [Managed Care programs promulgated by the Mississippi Division of Medicaid]
- Molina Healthcare of Mississippi, Inc.
- Magnolia Health (Centene)
- TrueCare
Affordable Care Act (ACA) Marketplace [Individual plans offered on healthcare.gov]
- Ambetter from Magnolia Health (Centene)
- Molina Healthcare of Mississippi, Inc.
- UHC Marketplace (Madison only)
Medicare Advantage
- Devoted Health Plans: PPO, HMO, DSNP, CSNP
- HealthSpring Plans: PPO, HMO, DSNP
- Humana: PPO, HMO, DSNP, CSNP, ISNP
- United Healthcare Plans: PPO, HMO, DSNP, CSNP, ISNP
- WellCare (Centene) Plans: PPO, HMO, DSNP
Commercial - Group and Individual
- Aetna Plans: PPO, HMO [Includes all facilities except UMMC Madison]
- BCBSMS Plans: BlueCardPPO, State Health Plan (AHS), Federal Employee Plan (FEP)
- Cigna Plans: PPO, HMO
- United Healthcare Plans: PPO, HMO (Includes plans administered by UMR, UnitedHealth Group's wholly owned third-party administrator (TPA) subsidiary)
Transplant Only Networks
- Optum Plan: Commercial • Programs: Solid Organ, BMT, VAD
- Emerging Therapy Solutions (ETS) Plan: Commercial • Programs: Solid Organ, BMT, CAR-T, VAD
- Interlink Plan: Commercial • Programs: Solid Organ, BMT, CAR-T
- Celtic Plans: Ambetter, WellCare, Magnolia Health MississippiCAN, Magnolia Health CHIP • Programs: Solid Organ, BMT
- Cigna Lifesource Plan: Commercial • Programs: Solid Organ, BMT, CAR-T, VAD
Dental
- Avesis Plan: MississippiCAN and CHIP (TrueCare)
- Always Care/Unum Plan: Commercial
Vision
- Avesis Plan: MississippiCAN and CHIP (TrueCare)
- Always Care/Unum Plan: Commercial
Rental Networks (Utilized by self-funded employer group plans and third-party administrators (TPAs))
- Mississippi Physicians Care Network (MPCN) [If MPCN is present on a Member/Subscriber ID, all UMMC facilities and providers are in-network regardless of TPA.]
- First Choice Health Plan
- Claritev (formerly Multiplan)
- Zelis
Government Programs
- Humana Military Plan: Tricare
- United Healthcare Plan: Veterans Affairs Community Care Networks
Plans and Payors UMMC is not in-network with as of April 1, 2026
- Oscar Health Plan: ACA Marketplace [Final negotiations taking place now. Anticipate in-network participation, effective June 1, 2026.]
- Cigna (Connect EPO) Plan: ACA Marketplace
- American Health Advantage Plan: Medicare Advantage
- Patrius Health (BCBSMS) Plan: Medicare Advantage
- Aetna Plan: Medicare Advantage
Education
| Board Certification: | Family Medicine |
| Internship: | University of Mississippi School of Medicine |
| Medical Education: | University of Kansas School of Medicine |
| Residency: | University of Mississippi Medical Center |
Experience
Current Positions
| Assistant Professor, School of Medicine, Department of Family Medicine, University of Mississippi Medical Center, Jackson, MS 39216 | 01/2019 - Present |
Specialty Certification Licensure
| Re-certification, American Board of Family Medicine | 04/2013 - Present |
| Licensure, Medical, Mississippi State Medical Board | 06/2011 - 06/2026 |
Honors, Awards, and Recognition
| Early- Career Faculty Award Nominee, Group on Women in Medicine and Science (GWIMS) | 2025 |
| Trailblazer Award for Excellence in Medical Student Education, UMMC | 2025 |
| Emerging Leaders Fellowship recipient, Society of Teachers in Family Medicine | 2024 |
| GWIMS Leadership Development Program, Group on Women in Medicine and Science | 2024 |
| Executive Leadership Award, G.A. Carmichael Family Health Centers | 2023 |
| Fellow of the American Academy of Family Physicians, American Academy of Physicians | 2023 |