What to Consider When Choosing a Primary Care Physician

Primary care physicians (PCPs) serve as the first point of contact for patients seeking non-emergent medical care, offering continuous, personalized medical services to individuals of all ages, regardless of their health condition.

Our primary care physicians have a broad knowledge base, to treat a wide range of health issues, from common illnesses like infections, allergies, and diabetes to providing preventive care measures such as immunizations, screenings, and lifestyle counseling. They are also equipped to facilitate the early detection of serious illnesses.

If a patient’s condition requires specialized attention, our PCPs will facilitate a referral to a medical specialist within our network. However, the role of our PCPs does not end here. They continue to coordinate the patient’s overall healthcare, ensuring all treatments align with the patient’s comprehensive health needs and providing continuity of care.

In choosing Nova Medical Group, you are not just selecting a primary care physician; you are partnering with a team of competent and compassionate medical professionals committed to your lifelong health and well-being.

Regular visits with our PCPs result in improved health outcomes through early detection and prompt treatment of health issues. Our team can assess your overall health, screen for chronic conditions, and provide preventive care, including check-ups, screenings, and immunizations. Our long-standing relationships with patients allow us to understand their health history, goals, concerns, and circumstances, enabling us to provide tailored care plans that meet specific needs and preferences.

Our comprehensive services range from well-child checkups and adult physicals to chronic disease management, mental health screenings, and minor surgeries. Our PCPs can also help manage chronic diseases such as diabetes, heart disease, or depression. They provide ongoing care and adjust treatment as needed, helping to control the progress of the disease, manage symptoms, and improve the quality of life.

Choosing Nova Medical Group as your primary care provider can also result in reduced healthcare costs. Regular visits can help prevent more costly illnesses and hospitalizations. Early detection and prompt intervention reduce the likelihood of chronic conditions progressing, thereby minimizing the financial burden.

Regular check-ups are key to maintaining good health and preventing potential health issues. The frequency of these visits can depend on several factors including age, sex, overall health status, family history of diseases, and any specific health concerns.

● Children and Teenagers: In line with the American Academy of Pediatrics, we recommend a regular schedule of well-child visits. After age 3, these transition to annual visits. These check-ups and immunizations are crucial in monitoring their health and development.

● Adults: We advise healthy adults to visit their PCP at least once a year for a comprehensive wellness visit. This includes monitoring vital signs, recognizing any health changes, providing necessary immunizations, and conducting or scheduling health screenings based on age and risk factors.

● Women: We encourage women to have a general health check-up annually, which may include a visit to a primary care physician or gynecologist for a pelvic exam and a Pap smear.

● Seniors: We recommend adults over the age of 50, and particularly seniors (65 years and older), to visit their PCP more frequently to monitor for conditions that become more common with age, such as osteoporosis and certain types of cancer.

Considerations for Frequency of Visits to Your PCP:

● Age: Regular visits to our primary care clinic can help identify and manage health conditions that increase with age.

● Overall Health and Chronic Conditions: For those with chronic conditions, such as diabetes or high blood pressure, we offer regular monitoring of health and adjustment of treatment plans as needed.

● Specific Health Concerns: If you experience any symptoms or concerns, we encourage you to schedule an appointment promptly.

● Preventive Care: We provide preventive care, including screenings for diseases such as cancer and heart disease.

Choosing the right primary care physician (PCP) is a critical decision that can significantly affect your health and well-being. Nova Medical Group understands the importance of this decision, and we’re here to assist you. It’s crucial to consider several key factors:

● Credentials and Experience: All physicians are board-certified, indicating they possess the necessary training, qualifications, and certifications to practice medicine. Each physician is experienced in family medicine, internal medicine, or pediatrics.

● Location, Availability, and Office Environment: Our practice is conveniently located to serve you better, whether for regular office visits or emergencies. Our offices are clean, well-maintained, and supported by a friendly and helpful staff. We pride ourselves on efficient scheduling and timely reminders to ensure a seamless healthcare experience.

● Payment, Insurance, and Additional Considerations: We accept various health insurance plans. we have an extensive referral network, a patient portal for online access to medical records and secure messaging, telemedicine options for virtual consultations, and affiliation with local hospitals for continuity of care, and we value patient feedback.

Yes, primary care physicians accept health insurance plans. When considering choosing Nova Medical Group as your primary care provider, one of the most important factors to consider is whether we accept your health insurance plan. This crucial step can significantly impact the cost of your healthcare services and should be a vital part of your decision-making process. Health insurance plans have networks of providers that they have contracted with, which can encompass doctors, hospitals, and other healthcare providers. If Nova Medical Group is within your insurance network, it typically signifies that we have agreed to accept your insurance plan. However, the acceptance of a health insurance plan can vary, depending on factors such as the specific insurance provider, the details of an individual’s insurance plan, and our agreement with the insurance company.

For more information, contact us or schedule an appointment online. We are conveniently located at 401 N Bedford St, East Bridgewater, MA 02333. We serve patients from Abington MA, Brockton MA, West Bridgewater MA, Easton MA, Taunton MA, Raynham MA, and surrounding areas.