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Old 03-28-2025, 08:02 AM
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Originally Posted by biker1 View Post
Hmmm, I'm not sure I understand that. I used the Villages Health Care (Primary Care Physician) until I reached age 65, at which time was I no longer eligible because I chose traditional Medicare and a Supplemental Plan. Before I reached age 65, I had health insurance through my employer and The Villages Health Care was more than happy to accommodate me with private insurance, which actually included an obamacare plan for about 24 months.
Although things keep changing, when I moved here is 2023, I attempted to get into Villages Health with my Obamacare. I was told then, that they will not accept any new patients under the age of 60, and if between 60-65 they would put me on a waiting list. It took one year for me to clear that waiting list (I was with Orlando Health during that first year, and drove to the facility off the Turnpike and the intersection with Hwy 27). I’m still a few years away from 65, but will need to leave Villages Health at 65, since I won’t be going the Medicare Advantage route.
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