Selecting the right provider is one of the most critical decisions you’ll make regarding your healthcare. We can help you find the right person for the job.

Remember that you’re looking for a provider you can trust and collaborate with to improve your health and well-being, so think about what you require. Depending on how complicated your health care needs are, you may need to see more than one type of professional.

Primary Care Providers: For most health conditions, you’ll see a primary care provider first. They’ll work with you to schedule your recommended screenings, assist you in managing chronic diseases, and refer you to additional specialists if necessary. Your primary care provider could be a family physician, doctor, internist, general practitioner, nurse practitioner, or physician’s assistant. A pediatrician is a physician who specializes in the treatment of children and teenagers.

Specialists: You’ll need to see a specialist for particular services or to get treatment for specific ailments. Cardiologists, oncologists, psychiatrists, allergists, podiatrists, and orthopedists are among the specialists. A referral from your primary care provider may be required if you want your health plan to cover the cost of your specialist appointment.

Here are some pointers for locating a supplier in your area:

• Whether you already have a provider you like and wish to keep, call their office to see if they accept your insurance.
• Contact your insurance provider or your state’s Medicaid or CHIP program. To identify providers in your network who accept your health insurance, go to their website or consult your member guide.

Check with your friends or family to see if they have any favorite providers, and then use these resources to compare healthcare providers in your area.