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Choosing a Primary Health Care Provider (PCP)

 

Remember

  • Having a PCP is important so you can have regular check-ups.
  • You should feel comfortable with and trust your PCP.
  • If you don't like your PCP, find one you do like.
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Deciding on a PCP  

 

Congratulations on taking the first step to care for your health! Looking for information on how to find a primary healthcare provider (PCP) is a smart decision, because seeing one routinely is a very important part of taking care of yourself. If you are interested in finding a health care provider, but don't really know how to go about finding one, then this guide is for you. By the end of this guide, you should be ready to choose a PCP of your own.

 

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Written and reviewed by the CYWH Staff at Boston Children's Hospital

Updated: 5/27/2011

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