25 of the Best Primary Care Doctors Near Me in Mount Vernon, NY

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    Christina Coyle
    Expertise in
    14
    conditions
    Infectious Disease
    Expertise in
    14
    conditions
    Infectious Disease

    Office

    334 Weaver St, 
    Larchmont, NY 
     (4.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Christina Coyle is a primary care provider, practicing in Infectious Disease in Larchmont, New York. Dr. Coyle is highly rated in 14 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Cysticercosis, Helminthiasis, Strongyloidiasis, Chagas Disease, and Thrombectomy.

    Kathryn M. Anastos
    Expertise in
    5
    conditions
    Internal Medicine
    Expertise in
    5
    conditions
    Internal Medicine

    Montefiore At 3311 Bainbridge Avenue

    3311 Bainbridge Avenue, 
    Bronx, NY 
     (3.2 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Kathryn Anastos, MD is a physician executive, clinician and medical researcher who for more than 20 years has provided both clinical care and operational and clinical leadership in the South Bronx.  She has extensive experience in innovative development of large programs designed to increase access to high quality, culturally sensitive care by poor communities of color, while meeting both a clinical and financial bottom line. She has served as executive director of several large systems of ambulatory care in the Bronx, and has provided leadership during design, construction and opening of new primary care clinics.  Clinically Dr. Anastos trained and actively practices as a primary care internist with expertise in the comprehensive care of HIV infected individuals and HIV infection in women. Dr. Anastos is highly rated in 5 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are HIV/AIDS, Atherosclerosis, Sepsis, Menopause, and Endoscopy.

    Expertise in
    21
    conditions
    Internal Medicine
    Expertise in
    21
    conditions
    Internal Medicine

    Zabeth Care Health Agency LLC

    1434 Williamsbridge Rd, 
    Bronx, NY 
     (4.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Ashish Goel is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Bronx, New York. Dr. Goel is highly rated in 21 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Liver Failure, Portal Hypertension, Ascites, Liver Transplant, and Bone Marrow Aspiration.

    Expertise in
    11
    conditions
    Internal Medicine
    Expertise in
    11
    conditions
    Internal Medicine

    Essen Medical Associates PC

    Bronx, NY 
     (5.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Amit Saxena is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Bronx, New York. Dr. Saxena is highly rated in 11 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Systemic Lupus Erythematosus (SLE), Congenital Heart Block, Lupus Nephritis, and Heart Block.

    Expertise in
    4
    conditions
    Internal Medicine
    Expertise in
    4
    conditions
    Internal Medicine

    Calvary Hospital

    1740 Eastchester Rd, 
    Bronx, NY 
     (4.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Accepting New Patients

    Eric Goldman is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Bronx, New York. Dr. Goldman is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Familial Colorectal Cancer, Muscle Invasive Bladder Cancer, Non-Muscle Invasive Bladder Cancer, and Ascariasis. Dr. Goldman is currently accepting new patients.

    Emre Noteroglu
    Expertise in
    14
    conditions
    Expertise in
    14
    conditions

    Scarsdale Medical Group

    600 Mamaroneck Avenue, Suite 200, 
    Harrison, NY 
     (7.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Emre Noteroglu, MD received his undergraduate degree in biomedical engineering from Johns Hopkins University and went on to the SUNY Health Science Center in Brooklyn for his medical education. He completed a medical internship and residency at Brown University School of Medicine. Following his internal medicine training he became a Fellow in Geriatric Medicine at the University Of Connecticut School Of Medicine in Farmington. Dr. Noteroglu is highly rated in 14 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Bronchitis, Heart Failure with Preserved Ejection Fraction (HFpEF), Glyceraldehyde-3-Phosphate Dehydrogenase Deficiency, and Pseudocholinesterase Deficiency.

    Robert P. Taglia
    Expertise in
    9
    conditions
    Internal Medicine
    Expertise in
    9
    conditions
    Internal Medicine

    Montefiore New Rochelle Hospital

    16 Guion Place, 
    New Rochelle, NY 
     (0.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Robert Taglia is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in New Rochelle, New York. Dr. Taglia is highly rated in 9 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Cardiac Tamponade, Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, Xanthoma, and Cirrhosis.

    Richard R. Pisano
    Expertise in
    7
    conditions
    Internal Medicine
    Expertise in
    7
    conditions
    Internal Medicine

    Montefiore New Rochelle At 20 Cedar

    20 Cedar Street, 
    New Rochelle, NY 
     (3.0 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Richard Pisano is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in New Rochelle, New York. Dr. Pisano is highly rated in 7 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Anemia, Myelodysplastic Syndrome (MDS), Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, Xanthoma, and Endoscopy.

    Ian M. Kronish
    Expertise in
    6
    conditions
    Internal Medicine
    Expertise in
    6
    conditions
    Internal Medicine

    CUIMC/Presbyterian Hospital And Vanderbilt Clinic

    622 West 168th Street, 
    New York, NY 
     (7.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, French, Spanish
    Accepting New Patients

    Ian Kronish, MD, MPH, is a general internist and Florence Irving Associate Professor of Medicine. After attending Harvard Medical School, Dr. Kronish completed his residency and fellowship in internal medicine at Mount Sinai Medical Center, where he also completed a Master’s in Public Health at the Mount Sinai School of Medicine. In 2011, he moved to CUMC, where his clinical practice is in the Associates of Internal Medicine. He is Associate Director of the Center for Behavioral Cardiovascular Health and Co-Director of the Hypertension Center at CUIMC.Dr. Kronish’s research has shown why those at greatest risk for recurrent cardiovascular events are least likely to adhere to prescribed regimens, and that patients’ distress about past and future cardiovascular events undermines health behaviors. As Director of an NIA-funded Roybal Center, he now aims to foster the development of interventions that improve mental health, adherence to recommended health behaviors, and cardiovascular outcomes in patients that have experienced acute cardiovascular events such as acute coronary syndrome and stroke. He has expertise in medication adherence, and has advanced methodologies for adherence measurement. He has been the PI of multiple federally-funded randomized clinical trials. He also has experience in implementation science research, and applies these methods to increase the uptake of evidence-based hypertension guidelines. He is a founding member of New York Presbyterian Hospital’s Digital Health Evaluation initiative, and has led the implementation of remote monitoring programs for hypertension and COVID-19. Dr. Kronish is highly rated in 6 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Acute Coronary Syndrome, Post-Traumatic Stress Disorder (PTSD), Hypertension, and Transient Ischemic Attack (TIA).

    Rubina A. Malik
    Expertise in
    4
    conditions
    Expertise in
    4
    conditions

    Center For Aging Brain

    6 Executive Plaza, Suite 297, 
    Yonkers, NY 
     (4.7 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Rubina A. Malik, MD, MS, is Program Director, Geriatrics Fellowship, Co-Director, Center for Aging Brain and Associate Professor, Medicine at Montefiore Einstein. Her clinical interests center on dementia, geriatric assessments and geriatric syndromes. Dr. Malik is highly rated in 4 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are AIDS Dementia Complex, HIV/AIDS, AIDS Dysmorphic Syndrome, and Myelitis.

    Wayne Lee
    Expertise in
    3
    conditions
    Geriatrics
    Expertise in
    3
    conditions
    Geriatrics

    Medical Arts Pavilion Geriatrics

    3400 Bainbridge Avenue, 2nd Floor, 
    Bronx, NY 
     (3.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Wayne Lee is a primary care provider, practicing in Geriatrics in Bronx, New York. Dr. Lee is highly rated in 3 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Glucocorticoid-Remediable Aldosteronism, Hypertension, Familial Hypertension, and Maturity Onset Diabetes of the Young.

    Sarah W. Baron
    Expertise in
    2
    conditions
    Internal Medicine
    Expertise in
    2
    conditions
    Internal Medicine

    Montefiore Medical Center

    111 East 210th Street, 
    Bronx, NY 
     (4.5 miles away)
    Experience:
    17+ years
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dr. Sarah W. Baron completed medical education and Primary Care/Internal Medicine residency at New York University School of Medicine. Dr. Baron  served as Chief Resident of Quality and Safety at the Manhattan campus of the VA NY Harbor Health System, one of approximately 50 residents chosen in the country to participate in this program though the National Center for Patient Safety at the VA. Dr. Baron is highly rated in 2 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Kawasaki Disease, Vasculitis, Multisystem Inflammatory Syndrome in Children (MIS-C), and COVID-19.

    Doctor Y. Goldstein
    Expertise in
    1
    conditions
    Expertise in
    1
    conditions

    Montefiore Medical Center

    111 East 210th Street, 
    Bronx, NY 
     (4.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Dr. Goldstein completed his medical school training at Einstein and went on to complete his residency and chief residency in anatomic and clinical pathology at Montefiore. With a passion for advanced molecular diagnostics he then went on to complete a molecular genetic pathology fellowship and Mount Sinai hospital. Dr. Goldstein is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Myelodysplastic Syndrome (MDS), Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome (SARS), Macrodactyly of the Foot, COVID-19, and Kidney Transplant.

    Rachel B. Chalmer
    Expertise in
    1
    conditions
    Expertise in
    1
    conditions

    CMO House Call Program

    1 Fordham Plaza, Suite 1000, 
    Bronx, NY 
     (4.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Rachel B. R. Chalmer, MD, is an attending physician at Montefiore Einstein and Associate Professor, Geriatrics at our Albert Einstein College of Medicine. Dr. Chalmer primarily provides consultative care, including diagnosis and treatment, for individuals living with cognitive impairment or dementia and their families or care partners. Dr. Chalmer is highly rated in 1 condition, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Memory Loss, Dementia, Cerebellar Degeneration, and Vascular Dementia.

    Expertise in
    41
    conditions
    Internal Medicine
    Expertise in
    41
    conditions
    Internal Medicine

    VSVL Medical Services, DBA Mannam Medical

    1170 Castle Hill Avenue, 
    Bronx, NY 
     (4.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Prashanth Mannam is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Bronx, New York. Dr. Mannam is highly rated in 41 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are High Cholesterol, Xanthoma, Familial Combined Hyperlipidemia, and Cirrhosis.

    Expertise in
    37
    conditions
    Internal Medicine
    Expertise in
    37
    conditions
    Internal Medicine

    Hemant Patel MD PC

    Bronx, NY 
     (4.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Hemant Patel is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Bronx, New York. Dr. Patel is highly rated in 37 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Osteomyelitis in Children, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), High Cholesterol, and Hypertension.

    Expertise in
    30
    conditions
    Internal Medicine
    Expertise in
    30
    conditions
    Internal Medicine

    Ritvij Medical Care PC

    640 East 233rd Street, 
    Bronx, NY 
     (1.6 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Gujarati , Hindi, Urdu
    Offers Telehealth

    Vijay Khatiwala is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Bronx, New York. Dr. Khatiwala is highly rated in 30 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Necrosis, Gangrene, Type 2 Diabetes (T2D), Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy.

    Expertise in
    23
    conditions
    Internal Medicine
    Expertise in
    23
    conditions
    Internal Medicine

    Westchester Family Medical Practice PC

    472 Palmer Rd, 
    Yonkers, NY 
     (2.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Iyad Annabi is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Yonkers, New York. Dr. Annabi is highly rated in 23 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Anemia, Necrosis, Lung Metastases, Gastrostomy, and Ureteroscopy.

    Expertise in
    22
    conditions
    Internal Medicine
    Expertise in
    22
    conditions
    Internal Medicine

    Raceway Medical Group P.C.

    955 Yonkers Ave Ste 11, 
    Yonkers, NY 
     (1.4 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Muhammad Naeem is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Yonkers, New York. Dr. Naeem is highly rated in 22 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Bronchitis, H1N1 Influenza, Flu, Endoscopy, and Sleeve Gastrectomy.

    Expertise in
    22
    conditions
    Family Medicine
    Expertise in
    22
    conditions
    Family Medicine

    Mount Sinai Doctors Yonkers

    1086 N Broadway, 
    Yonkers, NY 
     (4.8 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Jing Xiao is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Yonkers, New York. Dr. Xiao is highly rated in 22 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Diabetic Nephropathy, Glomerulonephritis, Secondary Peritonitis, Lithotripsy, and Cardiac Ablation.

    Expertise in
    21
    conditions
    Internal Medicine
    Expertise in
    21
    conditions
    Internal Medicine

    Bronxville Internal Medicine

    77 Pondfield Road, 
    Bronxville, NY 
     (1.9 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Mazan Rabadi is a primary care provider, practicing in Internal Medicine in Bronxville, New York. Dr. Rabadi is highly rated in 21 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Urinary Tract Infection in Children, Necrosis, Childhood Iron Deficiency Anemia, Gastrostomy, and Endoscopy.

    Expertise in
    20
    conditions
    Family Medicine
    Expertise in
    20
    conditions
    Family Medicine

    Advanced Adult Health NP PC.

    2109 Matthews Ave, 
    Bronx, NY 
     (4.3 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Natalya Rodionova is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Bronx, New York. Dr. Rodionova is highly rated in 20 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Anemia, Scurvy, Urea Cycle Disorders (UCD), and Arginase Deficiency.

    Expertise in
    20
    conditions
    Family Medicine
    Expertise in
    20
    conditions
    Family Medicine

    LWH Medical PC

    1811 Hone Avenue, 
    Bronx, NY 
     (4.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English, Hebrew, Russian
    Offers Telehealth

    Larisa Shpitalnik is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Bronx, New York. Dr. Shpitalnik is highly rated in 20 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Peptic Ulcer, Necrosis, Cellulitis, and Landau-Kleffner Syndrome.

    Expertise in
    12
    conditions
    Family Medicine
    Expertise in
    12
    conditions
    Family Medicine

    Office

    100 Stevens Ave Ste 5A, 
    Mount Vernon, NY 
     (0.5 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English

    Miriam James is a primary care provider, practicing in Family Medicine in Mount Vernon, New York. Dr. James is highly rated in 12 conditions, according to our data. Her top areas of expertise are Pseudotumor Cerebri Syndrome, Increased Intracranial Pressure, Meningitis, Bartholin Cyst or Abscess, and Intrauterine Device Insertion.

    Expertise in
    12
    conditions
    Expertise in
    12
    conditions

    Srinivasa Reddy Medical, P.C.

    3950 White Plains Road, 
    Bronx, NY 
     (2.1 miles away)
    Languages Spoken:
    English
    Offers Telehealth

    Srinivasa Adapa is a primary care provider, practicing in Geriatrics in Bronx, New York. Dr. Adapa is highly rated in 12 conditions, according to our data. His top areas of expertise are Vitamin D Deficiency, Erectile Dysfunction (ED), Persistent Genital Arousal Disorder, and Obesity in Children.

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    What is a primary care physician (PCP)?  

    A primary care physician (PCP) is the first doctor people go to when they feel sick or need a check-up. This doctor helps with many different health problems, gives advice to keep patients healthy, and treats common illnesses. A PCP also keeps track of a person’s overall health and can refer them to a specialist if more specific care is needed.    

    What’s the difference between a primary care physician (PCP) and a specialist?  

    The main difference between a PCP and a specialist is the kind of health conditions they treat. PCPs care for people of all ages and treat a wide range of health issues, from the common cold to sports injuries. They also focus on preventive care, such as vaccines to prevent illnesses or screenings to catch diseases before they become serious. 

    Specialists, on the other hand, have advanced training in a specific area of medicine like cardiology (heart health) or neurology (brain health). There are many kinds of specialists on MediFind, each with their own focus. When needed, PCPs will help patients understand when they need to see a specialist. PCPs will also collaborate with specialists on a treatment plan specific to their patients’ needs. 

    What is another name for a primary care physician?

    There are a few different types of primary care doctors. In addition to primary care providers, a primary care physician may also be called a general practitioner, family doctor, or internist. There are also PCPs with special training to work with specific patient populations. Pediatricians, for example, are PCPs who work with children, while geriatricians are PCPs who work with older adults.  

    Why do people have a primary care physician?

    People have a primary care physician to help keep them healthy and to have a doctor they can go to for most of their health needs. A PCP helps with regular check-ups, treats illnesses, and can help manage long-term health problems. That’s why it’s helpful for patients to maintain long-term relationships with their PCPs if possible.    

    Why does my health insurance require me to see a primary care physician?   

    Health insurance requires patients to see a primary care physician because a PCP helps keep people healthy with preventive care, which lowers costs for the insurer. A PCP can also decide if a patient needs to see a specialist, which helps avoid unnecessary tests and treatments, keeping healthcare costs down. 

    What is the first thing a doctor does when seeing a patient?   

    The first thing a primary care doctor does when seeing a patient is to ask questions about their health and health goals. This includes asking about symptoms, past health problems, family health history, and lifestyle. This helps the doctor understand what’s going on if the patient is experiencing a problem, or what might help the patient get healthier or stay healthy. 

    When should I visit a Nurse Practitioner (NP) vs. a Doctor (MD)?  

    You can visit a Nurse Practitioner (NP) for routine check-ups, minor illnesses, and help with long-term health issues. Nurse Practitioners are trained to handle many common health problems. You should see a Doctor (MD) for more serious or complicated health issues, or if you need specialized care that an NP cannot provide. Sometimes, NPs and MDs work together to take care of their patients.  

    How do I find a Primary Care Doctor near Mount Vernon, NY?

    A Primary Care Doctor is a type of primary care provider, and is responsible for your ongoing healthcare monitoring and maintenance, and is your first line of treatment. You should see your Primary Care Doctor near Mount Vernon, NY at least once a year. If new symptoms arise, they will also help you get properly diagnosed, although for many situations you will need to see a specialist near Mount Vernon, NY to get diagnosed and treated.

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    What are the different kinds of primary care providers, including Primary Care Doctors,  near Mount Vernon, NY?

    • A pediatrician is an expert in childhood growth and development and they are frequently the primary care provider for children under 18.
    • Adults near Mount Vernon, NY generally see an Internist, a General Practitioner, or a Family Practitioner (often informally called a Family Doctor) for their primary care.
    • Older adults near Mount Vernon, NY may see a Geriatrician, which is a provider that specializes in the care of older people.
    • Some women near Mount Vernon, NY choose to receive their primary care from their OB/GYN (obstetrician/gynecologist), though if you have multiple medical issues, it may be in your best interest to find a primary care physician.

    How do I get a referral near Mount Vernon, NY from my Primary Care Doctor?

    Typically, your Mount Vernon Primary Care Doctor will refer you to a specialist if they believe it to be necessary. You can also explore your symptoms or research your diagnosis to see what kinds of providers commonly treat your health condition near Mount Vernon, NY.

    Should I get a second opinion from another Primary Care Doctor near Mount Vernon, NY for my health condition?

    When you’re making important health decisions, it’s always recommended to get medical opinions from more than one provider, whether that be another Primary Care Doctor or a specialist near Mount Vernon, NY. If you just received a diagnosis from you Primary Care Doctor, but something in your gut tells you to seek more guidance, it’s OK to consult with another doctor near Mount Vernon, NY to get additional insight into your condition and care. Second opinions are highly valuable because they can either confirm or disprove your original diagnosis or provide different perspectives from different Primary Care Doctor. Most doctors, including Primary Care Doctors, will not get offended and welcome second opinions, especially if you were diagnosed with a serious or rare condition. You can even use MediFind to search for another Primary Care Doctor or specialist near Mount Vernon, NY who can provide a second opinion.

    How do I find a specialist near Mount Vernon, NY, in addition to my Primary Care Doctor, for my specific condition?

    There are over 7,000 conditions that providers, including Primary Care Doctors and specialists need to treat. With so many conditions, it is nearly impossible for any provider to be an expert in every unique condition, even in just one geographic area like Mount Vernon. However, plenty of research has shown that experience is the best predictor of expertise, and it is important to find a Mount Vernon doctor who has a lot of experience with your particular condition. MediFind can help you find a doctor or a second opinion for your condition. 
    When talking with your Primary Care Doctor, be honest and don’t hold anything back, since your doctor can only help you with the information you give them. Understanding the full picture will give your Primary Care Doctor more to work with and help them provide you with the best care.

    How can I learn about the latest research and medical advances my Primary Care Doctor in Mount Vernon may know about?

    Primary Care Doctors know there is new scientific research happening all the time, and in fact, it’s estimated that the total body of medical knowledge now doubles every 73 days. That’s a lot of information to keep up with, even for an excellent Primary Care Doctor. MediFind can help you explore the latest medical advances, research, and breakthroughs for your health condition, giving you access to the same cutting-edge information as your Mount Vernon Primary Care Doctor.

    How can I research clinical trials my Primary Care Doctor might tell me about, especially ones that are located near Mount Vernon, NY?

    How can I research clinical trials my Primary Care Doctor might tell me about, especially ones that are located near Mount Vernon, NY?
    Depending on your specific health condition, your Primary Care Doctor may bring up clinical trials near Mount Vernon, NY during one of your appointments. The purpose of clinical trials is to find improvements or discoveries for diseases and treatments, and your Primary Care Doctor may be working to stay on top of these developments, or refer you to a specialist who focuses on your condition. MediFind can help you easily search and filter clinical trials for your health condition, including those near Mount Vernon, NY, that your Primary Care Doctor might bring up. You can also learn more about what to consider when exploring clinical trials that you may wish to discuss with your Primary Care Doctor.

    What should I bring with me to an appointment with my Primary Care Doctor near Mount Vernon, NY?

    Bring your list of concerns (or reasons for your visit) with you on a piece of paper or your phone, so you can easily recall them when speaking to your Primary Care Doctor in Mount Vernon. You may want to consider bringing a friend or loved one for support, and to help you recall the information after your Primary Care Doctor visit. Bring a notebook so you can take notes, copies of your medical records (dating back at least one year), a list of current medications, supplements and allergies to medications, your family history of disease, and a list of symptoms (and details about how long they last and how often they occur) to discuss with your Mount Vernon Primary Care Doctor.

    When talking with your Primary Care Doctor, be honest and don’t hold anything back, since your doctor can only help you with the information you give them. Understanding the full picture will give your Primary Care Doctor more to work with and help them provide you with the best care.

    How can I get the most out of my Primary Care Doctor appointment near Mount Vernon, NY?

    Being a “good patient” isn’t just about listening to your Primary Care Doctor. It’s about engaging in your health together to ensure you receive a high quality of care, which is called practicing patient autonomy. It’s important to be honest with your Mount Vernon Primary Care Doctor, and hide nothing, even if it’s embarrassing. You should also speak up and voice your concerns, and listen and ask questions of your Primary Care Doctor. You may also consider doing your own research on your condition and talking to other patients before or after speaking with your Primary Care Doctor.

    What questions should I ask my Mount Vernon Primary Care Doctor?

    A few topics you may wish to ask your Primary Care Doctor about include: diagnosis details, symptom management, medical care, second opinions from other Primary Care Doctors, whether you should see a specialist near Mount Vernon, NY other than your Primary Care Doctor, treatment plans, side effects, and expectations for follow-up appointments with your Primary Care Doctor.

    Can a Primary Care Doctor near Mount Vernon, NY help me check symptoms?

    Depending on your symptoms,  a Primary Care Doctor near Mount Vernon, NY may be able to provide a different point of view on your health. You can also explore your symptoms and bring the results with you to your Primary Care Doctor visit for discussion.

    What types of insurance are accepted by Primary Care Doctors near Mount Vernon, NY?

    You should always contact your Primary Care Doctor’s office to make sure they take your health insurance. Every Primary Care Doctor has different arrangements with insurance providers. The most commonly accepted insurance near Mount Vernon, NY may not be the same as elsewhere, but some of the largest insurance providers are: Anthem/Blue Cross Blue Shield, Centene, UnitedHealthcare, Humana, HCSC (Health Care Service Corporation), CVS Health/Aetna, Kaiser Permanente, Molina Healthcare, and Cigna.

    How far should I travel to find the best Primary Care Doctor near Mount Vernon, NY?

    Despite our increasingly connected world, there are times when you need to see your Primary Care Doctor in person in Mount Vernon. For Primary Care Doctors, this study concluded that people typically only travel about 18 minutes. So, a good rule of thumb is to select a primary care physician that is located near you in Mount Vernon, somewhere between 15-30 minutes away. For more specialized care, you may need to travel considerably further, but look for specialists within 45 minutes of your home near Mount Vernon, NY if possible.

    In recent years, many Primary Care Doctors  have also adopted telehealth, also commonly called telemedicine, which is the use of digital technology to provide or supplement patient care. Telehealth can help reduce the burden of physical travel to your Primary Care Doctor near Mount Vernon, NY. You might wish to consider contacting your Primary Care Doctor’s office to learn about the telehealth options they offer for Mount Vernon, as well as your insurance provider.

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