I think the process is a pain, the care is still to be determined. I did not receive an invite. I called and was told to come pick up the packet. The packet contained a bio. for each of 5 doctors that are now there and a long questionnaire. I took it home and filled out the questionnaire. Called and was given an appt. to bring the packet back a week later. Went to the appt. and the lady scanned my ins. card and made a "get aquainted appt." with the Dr. I chose a week later. At the next appt. the a nurse took BP. weight, temp. and put me in a room. The Dr. came in and talked with me for about 30 min. getting history and entering it in the computer. I got a Shingles shot (ins was called to get pre-approval for the shot) and scripts refilled. I got an appt. the next day for labs and an appt a week later for a physical. Went in and had blood drawn and then for the physical the next week. At the physical the labs were gone over and explained to me. Then the Dr. examined me and told me every thing was ok. I made another appt. 3 months out for an issue that needs to be monitored. I don't know what the insurance was billed. I have BCBS and they usually pay for everything after my deductable is met. I believe the care is as good as I have been given elsewhere. One more thing that should be mentioned, the shingles shot is $250.00 I am told medicare will not pay for it. If you plan to get it see if your ins will cover it. Its effectiveness is up for debate. I was with another practice and in 3 years have had 3 different Drs., not by my choice the Drs. left the practice. The Villages Health is conveniant and golf cart accessible. I don't want to go to any Dr. but I also know my health is important.
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