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Old 03-22-2020, 08:56 AM
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Originally Posted by mcwood4d View Post
We are seasonal residents that have healthcare a provider our northern hometown. We are not yet Medicare eligible but are looking to be proactive about finding care if needed during the pandemic. Does anyone have advice about seeking healthcare services (other than the ER services)?
Do NOT use the ER for your health-care needs. Urgent care as someone else suggested for more immediate needs. IF you go to the ER and you're not in a big distress, they will triage you---possibly treat you and send you home. There are several U.C. facilities sprinkled throughout The Villages.