Finding Care
Where you go for a checkup when you're not sick.
Primary care clinic
Doctor who treats everyday health problems.
Primary care doctor
Money you pay each month for insurance.
Bills
First step to see a doctor for a non-emergency.
Call the clinic
Right to keep your health info private.
Privacy
Care for a problem that can't wait but isn't an emergency.
Urgent care
Doctor for your teeth.
Dentist
Money you pay before insurance starts paying.
Deductible
Info to have ready when you call a clinic.
Name, birth date, reason, insurance
Right to ask questions about your care.
Ask questions
Hospital help for a life-threatening emergency.
Emergency room
Person who gives you medicine and explains how to take it.
Pharmacist
Flat fee for one visit.
Copay
List of your medicines and allergies.
Medicine list
Agreeing to treatment after hearing the risks.
Informed consent
Lower-cost clinic for people with less money.
Community health center
A doctor for your heart.
Cardiologist
Most you pay yourself in a year.
Out-of-pocket maximum
What to do if you can't make an appointment.
Cancel or reschedule
Person who helps you understand your care.
Patient advocate
Service that helps you find a doctor or health program.
Health referral service
Person who helps with feelings and mental health.
Therapist
Paper showing what insurance paid and what you owe.
Explanation of Benefits
Visit to check how you're doing after treatment.
Follow-up visit
How to check that health info is reliable.
Check the source