Frequently Asked Questions
What is a PCP? (Primary Care Provider)
A Primary Care Provider (PCP) is a doctor that you see for most of your medical care. Your PCP knows you your medical history and your family history. You would see a PCP for routine care and sudden illness. Your PCP refers you tp specialists when you have a need. Your PCP watches over and directs all of your medical care.
Some health plans require you to have a PCP. In rural areas, your PCP provides case management. The name of the PCP you choose and who accepts you. prints on your Medicaid card. Your card prints with the letters PCP in bold across the top. You can change to a different PCP. Call your Local Health Department (LHD) by the 20th of the month to change your PCP for the next month.
Examples of doctors who are usually a PCP-
- Family Practice (for all ages)
- Internal Medicine (for adults)
- Pediatrician (for children)
- OB/GYN (for pregnant women)