Exhibit 23.1
CONSENT OF INDEPENDENT REGISTERED PUBLIC ACCOUNTING FIRM
We consent to the incorporation by reference in Registration Statement No. 333-120257 on Form S-8 of our reports dated February 13, 2006, relating to the financial statements and financial statement schedules of WellCare Health Plans, Inc. and management’s report on the effectiveness of internal control over financial reporting, appearing in this Annual Report on Form 10-K of WellCare Health Plans, Inc. for the year ended December 31, 2005.
/s/ Deloitte & Touche LLP
Certified Public Accountants
Tampa, Florida
February 13, 2006