Overcoming the top three reasons to avoid the doctor
Don’t like to go to the doctor? You’re not alone. Getting the right preventive health care is the number one way to prevent common diseases and catch problems early when they are easier and less expensive to treat. However, recent studies show that very few people in the United States receive their recommended preventive services.
What’s holding you back?
“I’m concerned about cost.”
As a Trust participant, eligible preventive visits and tests are covered in full when you see an in-network provider — with no deductibles, co-insurance or co-pays.
You’ve heard the old saying “an ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure”? It’s true when it comes to your health. Putting off problems could mean expensive emergency room or hospital stays down the line, so the cost-conscious choice is to prioritize prevention.
“I don’t have a regular doctor.”
It’s not always easy to find a healthcare provider you trust. The best way to get started: ask friends and family for recommendations, or search online for in-network primary care providers in your area who are accepting new patients. Remember, your primary care provider doesn’t need to be an MD. Physician assistants and nurse practitioners are well qualified to provide preventive care and may be easier to find in your area.
“I don’t have the time.”
There’s no way around it. It takes time to schedule a preventive care exam, go to the appointment, and do any needed follow up. Don’t let this deter you from making time for your health and reaping all the benefits of preventive care! Consider choosing a day each year when you commit to carving out time to schedule preventive exams for the whole family.
Covered Preventive Care Services
- Well-adult and well-child physicals
- Immunizations
- Mental health screening for depression and anxiety
- Cancer and disease screening tests like mammograms, colonoscopies, and prostate exams
- Flu shots, and more