Common use of Primary Care Physicians Clause in Contracts

Primary Care Physicians. Members must select a PCP upon enrollment. You can choose any PCP who is available and accepting new patients, from the list of PCPs who are Participating Providers. If you do not choose a PCP yourself, AvMed will select one for you. a. Advantages of utilizing a PCP i. PCPs are trained to provide a broad range of medical care. Developing and continuing a relationship with a PCP allows the Physician to become knowledgeable about you and your family’s health history and act as a valuable resource to coordinate your overall healthcare needs. ii. A PCP can help you determine when you need to visit a Specialty Physician and help you find one based on your PCP’s knowledge of you and your specific healthcare needs. iii. Care rendered by PCPs usually results in lower out-of-pocket expenses for you.