How do you schedule an appointment with
your doctor?
⢠Call or visit the clinic or doctorās office
⢠You will need to tell them your information:
-Name
-Address
-Phone Number
-Date of Birth
-Medi-Cal Number
-Health Plan/Insurance
-Name of your doctor
-Why
you need to visit the doctor
⢠Ask for an Interpreter in your language
⢠Ask if your health insurance is accepted
⢠Ask if you will need to pay any money for your
appointment
Important
Information about Medical Appointments
⢠Use a calendar to record all medical appointments for
you and your family
⢠Arrive 30 minutes early
⢠Bring photo ID, Insurance Card and any Referrals
⢠Always ask for an interpreter if you need one.
You must call to cancel your
appointment 24 hours before scheduled appointment time
⢠A family member or friend may join you during your
appointment
What Happens During
a Medical Appointment?
⢠Your height, weight, temperature and blood pressure is
checked
⢠A Doctor or Nurse will ask you questions about your
health and the health of your family
⢠You may need to give a blood sample or urine sample
⢠If you have questions or worries about your health or
the health of your family, ask your
doctor
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