Finding a doctor and staying in-network
Your first move after getting insured: pick a primary care physician (PCP) who is in your plan's network, before you actually need one.
Your first move after getting insured: pick a primary care physician (PCP) who is in your plan's network, before you actually need one.
Key points to understand
How to use your insurer's provider directory to check a doctor is in-network
How to use your insurer's provider directory to check a doctor is in-network. In practice, this is one of the details newcomers most often ask about, so take a moment to understand how it applies to your situation before moving on.
What a PCP does, and when you need a referral to see a specialist
What a PCP does, and when you need a referral to see a specialist. In practice, this is one of the details newcomers most often ask about, so take a moment to understand how it applies to your situation before moving on.
Community health centers offer care on a sliding scale if you're uninsured
Community health centers offer care on a sliding scale if you're uninsured. In practice, this is one of the details newcomers most often ask about, so take a moment to understand how it applies to your situation before moving on.
Practical tips
- Prepare your documents and translations in advance — most delays come from missing paperwork.
- Always note the office name, address, and a contact number before you go.
- Ask the community on MyHAbroad if you’re unsure — chances are someone has already been through it.
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