As a health navigator, throughout the day I ask people the name of their primary care provider. Many share that they’ve seen their primary care provider for decades. But what happens if you do not have a provider or your provider retires?
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What to Expect at Your Annual Check-up
Your time with your primary care provider will be tailored to you, so no two annual check-ups are alike. But here are some things your provider will likely review:
How to Choose a Primary Care Provider
Finding a primary care provider may be the most important thing you do for your health. In fact, research shows that patients who see a primary care provider have, on average, 33 percent lower annual health care expenses and a 19 percent lower mortality rate than patients who don’t.
But choosing the right primary care provider is just as important. When you trust your doctor, you’re more likely to schedule regular appointments and ask questions that can make a difference in the quality of your care.
Here are some basic guidelines to follow when trying to find a good match.
Welcome New Providers
At Carroll Hospital and LifeBridge Health, we are always expanding our scope of care to meet the growing needs of the community. We welcome the following providers to our expert team: Read More
Carroll Hospital Welcomes New Providers to Carroll Health Group
Carroll Hospital is pleased to welcome Jay Mittal, M.D., and Eleni Goshu, C.R.N.P., to Carroll Health Group. Carroll Health Group is Carroll Hospital’s affiliated multi-specialty practice and a LifeBridge Health partner. Read More
Prevention as a Primary Focus
Making an appointment to see a primary care provider should not be something you do only when you feel sick.