Finding a Primary Care Provider You’ll Love

Let’s be honest, finding a new provider can feel like a chore. But it doesn’t have to be! Think of it as finding a trusted partner – someone who gets you, listens, and truly cares about your well-being. Your primary care provider (PCP) is your health advocate, your go-to person for everything from routine checkups to managing chronic conditions. At Welia Health, we believe you deserve a provider who feels like the perfect fit.

So, how do you find that perfect match? Here are some key things to consider:

Look for a provider who “gets” you.

Think of it as a relationship: You want a provider you genuinely connect with.

• How do you like to communicate? Do you prefer straight talk, or a more gentle approach?
• Do you feel comfortable sharing? Can you easily discuss sensitive topics?
• Do your personalities click? Are you looking for a traditional provider or someone open to exploring holistic options?

Seek out the expertise that matters to you.

Your health is unique: Find a provider with the right expertise for you.

• What are your specific health needs? Are you looking for a specialist in women’s health, senior care, sports medicine, or something else?
• Does their experience align with yours? Have they helped patients with similar needs?
• Where will you receive care? Are their clinic locations convenient and covered by your insurance?

Make sure to consider convenience and accessibility.

Healthcare should fit your life, not the other way around.

• Will insurance cover your visits? Don’t get caught off guard by unexpected bills.
  • See health plans accepted by Welia Health
• Is the location and hours convenient? Can you easily fit appointments into your life?
• Can you get seen quickly when needed? What’s the availability for same-day or next-day appointments?

Ask your friends, family and neighbors for referrals.

Hearing from others can give you valuable insights.

• Who do your friends and family trust? Personal recommendations can be invaluable.

Change your mind if the fit isn’t right.

Your health is worth finding the right match.

• Don’t settle: If it doesn’t feel right, find someone else.
• Your comfort matters: A strong provider-patient relationship is essential.

Welia Health: Your partner in care

At Welia Health, we want nothing more than to connect you with the right provider.

• Need an appointment soon? Same-day or next-day appointments may be available with some of the new providers on the Welia Health team.
  
• Ready to explore your options? Use our Find a Provider tool to search by location, specialty, or provider name.

Take the first step toward better health. Visit WeliaHealth.org or call us today at 320.679.1212.