Choosing a Primary Doctor
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Your Primary Doctor (also known as a “Primary Care Physician” or “PCP”) is a doctor who is trained to give you basic health care. This will be the first doctor you see for most of your health needs, and to make sure you stay healthy.
If you do not choose a PCP when you sign up for your plan or program, Healthfirst will pick one for you. You are allowed to choose a different PCP at any time – just call us to make the change.
You can choose a different PCP for every member of your family that is covered by Healthfirst, or you can choose one PCP to take care of your whole family. |
How to Select a Primary Doctor
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There are lots of Primary Doctor choices.
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A good choice for your Primary Doctor is one that:
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What type of doctor can I choose to be my Primary Doctor? |
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Many different types of doctors can also be your Primary Doctor. Some examples of good Primary Doctors are:
Healthfirst also works with local health clinics known as Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHCs). Some Healthfirst members like using FQHCs because:
It’s your choice. You can choose any of the doctors listed in our directory, or you can sign up with a Primary Doctor at any FQHC that takes Healthfirst insurance. |
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How do I find a doctor? |
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To help find the doctor that is right for you please use our Find a Doctor tool.
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What if my Primary Doctor leaves Healthfirst?
If your doctor leaves Healthfirst, we will let you know within 15 days of the doctor telling us he or she is leaving the network. We can then help you find a new Primary Doctor.
My doctor does not take Healthfirst insurance. Can keep seeing my doctor?
If you are more than 3 months pregnant, or if you are receiving ongoing treatment for a health condition, Healthfirst may cover that doctor’s costs for a short time:
- If you are pregnant, you may continue to see your doctor for up to 60 days after your baby is born.
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If you are seeing a doctor for an ongoing condition, you may continue seeing him or her for up to 90 days. You will then need to see a Healthfirst doctor for treatment. Please talk to your current doctor about the best way to change to a Healthfirst doctor.
- Important Note: Your current doctor must agree to work with Healthfirst during this 90-day period. If any of these conditions apply to you, check with your Primary Doctor or call Healthfirst. We’re here to help.
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