I agree , that UA will probably send you an offer to buy the EQMs.
In the past I was 1000 miles short of 1P and UA rounded me up but this was 5 years ago.
I would not risk it though, with the DEQM promo UA may not curve anyone.
If you REALLY WANT the status take a quick MR to LGA on the US shuttle and credit to UA. Or take a quick trip to IAD or ORD.