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Why do I need a PCP? Check-Ups

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Health Plans Reproductive Health

Qualifications of PCPs I Don't Like My PCP

Deciding on a PCP When to Visit?

What if I belong to a health plan?

If you belong to a health plan, your choice of health care providers may be limited to providers that are part of the plan. Sometimes you can choose to see any provider. You should check the plans list of health care providers. Ask friends or relatives who have the same plan as you for names of health care providers that they like.

What if I don't belong to a health plan?

If you don't belong to a health plan, your choice of providers is much greater. You may want to first think about which provider you would like to use. Check on how much a typical office visit and lab tests cost. If it doesn't fit your budget, check on public health clinics, family planning clinics, and sliding scales and free care in hospital clinics.

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Written by the Center for Young Women's Health Staff

Updated 11/20/2008

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Why do I need a PCP?	Check-Ups
How to Find a PCP	Confidentiality
Health Plans	Reproductive Health
Qualifications of PCPs	I Don't Like My PCP
Deciding on a PCP	When to Visit?