Primary care doctor (that is a woman) outside of the villages health that is good?

[Glinds8451]

I am starting on Medicare May 1st, and will be losing all of my doctors here in The Villages as I will not have Medicare Advantage Plan!

Does anyone know of a Primary MD (preferably a woman….its just my preference), that is NOT with The Villages Health?

I plan to keep my NYSHIP Empire Plan insurance as my secondary, and if I could get some names, I can go through and find out if they are in my network!

Thank you so much for any suggestions you may have!

[REDCART]

We’ve been using Dr Nalini Yelamanchi for several years and have been very happy with her. service. 12155 CR 103, Oxford FL. (352) 391-5900. That’s near Walmart on CR 466. She accepts FEP Blue. Not sure about any other ins.

[scubawva]

Home - Comprehensive Personal Care - Quality Physician Group (https://qualityphysiciangroup.com/)

Dr Ana is excellent.

[juneroses]

Another recommendation for Dr. Yelamanchi and her nurse practitioner

Home | Nalini Yelamanchi (https://www.nyim.online/)

[Count'n the days]

I highly recommend

Ana Karovska Vuchidolov MD
33049 Professional Dr #103, Leesburg, FL 34788
Phone: (352) 365-1224

Dr. Ana was my doctor when she was with Premiere Medical. I stopped seeing her when I became eligible for Medicare and moved to The Villages Health. I hated leaving her but couldn't get away from Premiere Medical fast enough. I don't know how long it was that she left Premiere but I would not hesitate to go back to her if I become dissatisfied with The Villages Health.

[Dr.SammieMD]

I would also recommend Dr. Yelamanchi and her nurse practitioner. She's very highly reviewed.

[NYBob]

I would also recommend Dr. Yelamanchi and her nurse practitioner. She's very highly reviewed.


Just curious, I searched 'Dr. Yelamanchi' and found Dr. Vishnu P. Yelamanchi cardiologist (a male) though I understand OP requested a female. Are they by chance related ?


Dr. Vishnu P. Yelamanchi is a cardiologist in The Villages, Florida and is affiliated with multiple hospitals in the area, including UF Health The Villages Hospital and Leesburg Regional Medical Center.

https://health.usnews.com/doctors/vishnu-yelamanchi-221432

[GreggC69]

Glinds8451 - Are you looking for a traditional MD or a more holistic practitioner? I have a suggestion on the latter, my preference.

[biscuitgirl]

Just curious, I searched 'Dr. Yelamanchi' and found Dr. Vishnu P. Yelamanchi cardiologist (a male) though I understand OP requested a female. Are they by chance related ?


Dr. Vishnu P. Yelamanchi is a cardiologist in The Villages, Florida and is affiliated with multiple hospitals in the area, including UF Health The Villages Hospital and Leesburg Regional Medical Center.

https://health.usnews.com/doctors/vishnu-yelamanchi-221432

Yes, they are husband and wife. I’ve seen both and highly recommend her for primary care.

[Veracity]

I highly recommend

Ana Karovska Vuchidolov MD
33049 Professional Dr #103, Leesburg, FL 34788
Phone: (352) 365-1224


I agree. Quality Physician Group (where Dr. Ana practices as a Primary Care physician) has now opened a second office on 44, not far from the Rohan Rec Center (on the other side of the street from Rohan). Dr. Ana sees patients there a couple days a week. She is excellent.

5455 Spencer CT, Ste. 1
Wildwood, FL, 34785

Home - Comprehensive Personal Care - Quality Physician Group (https://qualityphysiciangroup.com/)

[TomSpasm]

Dr. Mary Beth Miller, Orlando Health, 352 323-9545. Very impressive.

[RWhitburn]

Dr. Connie Mercer
Orlando Health
Lady Lake

[wwwson]

I am starting on Medicare May 1st, and will be losing all of my doctors here in The Villages as I will not have Medicare Advantage Plan!

Does anyone know of a Primary MD (preferably a woman….its just my preference), that is NOT with The Villages Health?

I plan to keep my NYSHIP Empire Plan insurance as my secondary, and if I could get some names, I can go through and find out if they are in my network!

Thank you so much for any suggestions you may have!

Dr. Ana Karovska, is a brilliant, compassionate, knowledgeable and patient Primary Care Doctor. She has offices is Wildwood, close to Brownwood on Rt. 44 and also in Leesburg. 352-365-1224. She takes her time, explains every question you have and is very professional. Her staff is amazing, out of the same mold as Dr. Ana. We have been going to her for about 6 years and with her clear, accurate and concise diagnosis, direction and immediate action we are certain she has saved my wife's life.

[Janie123]

why not consider a free advantage plan.. Our Human plan is accepted everywhere and it's free

Humana | Find Medicare Plans and Health Insurance Coverage (https://www.humana.com/)
OP is just going on Medicare and keeping his NY health plan as a secondary… I think is what was meant.

Also, you are not 100% correct, today, the Mayo Clinic in Jacksonville does not accept ANY advantage plans. Moffitt has dropped Florida Blue Advantage today… more and more top speciality hospitals are dropping Advantage plans across the country… hope you never need this kind of care as we have been thru a successful pancreatic cancer treatments at Mayo and would not trade that for anything that is “free”.

I just asked ChatGPT for hospitals not accepting Advantage plans. I got 20 across the country, 15 listed as Humana not being accepted.

[RoboVil]

I am starting on Medicare May 1st, and will be losing all of my doctors here in The Villages as I will not have Medicare Advantage Plan!

Does anyone know of a Primary MD (preferably a woman….its just my preference), that is NOT with The Villages Health?

I plan to keep my NYSHIP Empire Plan insurance as my secondary, and if I could get some names, I can go through and find out if they are in my network!

Thank you so much for any suggestions you may have!
Here is the Medicare link to find doctors who take Medicare in the area. But you should first find out if your current doctor takes Medicare - they often do but do not mentioned it on their website.

Find Healthcare Providers: Compare Care Near You | Medicare (https://www.medicare.gov/care-compare/results?searchType=Physician&page=6&city=The%20Villages&state=FL&zipcode=32163&radius=15&sort=closest)

[scubawva]

I agree. Quality Physician Group (where Dr. Ana practices as a Primary Care physician) has now opened a second office on 44, not far from the Rohan Rec Center (on the other side of the street from Rohan). Dr. Ana sees patients there a couple days a week. She is excellent.

5455 Spencer CT, Ste. 1
Wildwood, FL, 34785

Home - Comprehensive Personal Care - Quality Physician Group (https://qualityphysiciangroup.com/)

I suggested Dr Ana a few days ago. Note the office isn’t near Rohan, it’s about 4 miles away. On 44 near Buena Vista. Not golf cart accessible.

Amber a PA is excellent.

[RoboVil]

OP is just going on Medicare and keeping his NY health plan as a secondary… I think is what was meant.

Also, you are not 100% correct, today, the Mayo Clinic in Jacksonville does not accept ANY advantage plans. Moffitt has dropped Florida Blue Advantage today… more and more top speciality hospitals are dropping Advantage plans across the country… hope you never need this kind of care as we have been thru a successful pancreatic cancer treatments at Mayo and would not trade that for anything that is “free”.

I just asked ChatGPT for hospitals not accepting Advantage plans. I got 20 across the country, 15 listed as Humana not being accepted.

If you need expensive therapy, such as, for cancer, expect a long delay for approval from an Advantage Plan (and I hope you survive the wait). Also, the hospital you are receiving therapy from may not be covered 1 year to the next. Some plans will not cover Moffitt or MD Anderson for cancer therapy. Just search for delays costing people their health from Advantage Plans.

[nob77@comcast.net]

Karen Larsen, DNP, APRN-C
2516 SW College Road
Ocala
352-368-1330

[Dkintzer]

I see Dr. Mary Beth Miller at the Mulberry office of Orlando Health. She is the entire package. Very knowledgeable, kind & willing to listen and work with you on your health care needs. I highly recommend her.

[phojo]

Dr Clarissa Abrantes at PULSE MD on 466.

[Pookiesmom]

Dr. Connie Mercer
Orlando Health
Lady Lake
Agreed, Dr. Mercer is a great PCP! And not because she is a woman, she is just a great doc! Our PCP up north is male, and he is great too… sometimes people are more comfortable with a woman or a male doc, its preference, nothing to do with egos… People need to stick with the question and not project the posters reasons for wanting a certain type of doc.

[lorymac]

Dr Evelyn Byron. She is with Sinai Internal Medicine in Sumter.

[G.R.I.T.S.]

I have had Heather Harrell in Gainesville before UF absorbed TV hospitals. She’s very good but her downside is pushing vaccines.

[Villagesgal]

Dr. Tanya Diaz, her office is near Finney, she is with Orlando Health. She is an excellent doctor. I have always had male doctors and was happy. My doctor of 16 years left the area and he suggested her, she was his doctor.I am so happy that he did, I really like her. Take a look at her credentials, they are excellent.

[Angelhug52]

I am starting on Medicare May 1st, and will be losing all of my doctors here in The Villages as I will not have Medicare Advantage Plan!

Does anyone know of a Primary MD (preferably a woman….its just my preference), that is NOT with The Villages Health?

I plan to keep my NYSHIP Empire Plan insurance as my secondary, and if I could get some names, I can go through and find out if they are in my network!

Thank you so much for any suggestions you may have!
Check with your secondary to see who is in network.With that list in hand you can ask about specific doctors. Face book has a few Village sites where you can find out more who people use. I recommend visiting the offices as well. The front staff can make or break a choice. I continue to use The Specialty doctors at The Villages Health. Took a while to find a PCP that I could be comfortable with and who would be willing to work with the specialists.

[MrFlorida]

Dr. Connie Mercer
Orlando Health
Lady Lake

Dr. Connie Mercer, Good choice !

[IronButterfly]

Sara Gitte, Lakeview Medical at Laurel Manor, specializes in traditional Medicare patients. Awesome!

352-633-5282

[dawabeav]

Dr Clarissa Abrantes at PULSE MD on 466.

Yes, I use her, she is very good.

[Teed_Off]

My wife sees Dr. Cassard at Tri County Health and is very pleased with her attention to her issues.

[sknigh01]

Dr. Cristina Cortes, of Novu in Lady Lake. Her phone number is 352-775-3565. She is a primary care physician. Her husband is a Dermatologist in their shared practice.

[johnsre]

Dr. Luna Beck in Summerfield is excellent.

[Deden]

Dr. Cristina Novela Cortes, MD American Board of Internal Medicine. 352-775-3565, 929 N. US 441 suite 603 Lady Lake 32159 Novu Dermatology, Husband's a dermatologist and have dual offices. 4-year patient she is excellent.

[P'tame]

Dr. Mary Beth Miller, Orlando Health, 352 323-9545. Very impressive.

I agree. Dr. Mary Beth Miller is compassionate and actually listens. Highly recommend!

[HORNET]

River’s Family Medicine! 352-205-4302

[Sledneck]

Another recommendation for Dr. Yelamanchi and her nurse practitioner


do you see her every visit or do you get the practitioner most times?

[larrycrilley@gmail.com]

Dr. Racha Cassard - Tricounty Health
Offices in Summerfield and Wildwood
+1 (352) 268-0003

My wife and I absolutely love this doctor. This is one of the most thorough doctors I have ever met She’s a great listener, very caring, incredibly knowledgeable. Never had an issue obtaining an immediate appointment.