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Old 03-27-2025, 11:29 AM
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Originally Posted by LuvtheVillages View Post
There are LOTS of physicians here who are not connected to Villages health. And all of them take basic Medicare and many of the Advantage plans. Most of them are good. Some of them are great. Many are within golf cart access. The only trick is finding one who is accepting new patients.

Villages Health is not the only option. Different people have different needs. Go talk to SHINE, a free healthcare advisory service. (Not located inside the Villages Health clinics.)

Be aware that once you are with an Advantage plan, it may not be possible to switch back to basic Medicare, especially if your health changes.
I am aware of the problem of finding a doctor here in the Villages. Have not needed one other than Urgent Care so far. Knock on wood.