How can I find new doctors in my network?

Question

Rick Boyd · Accepted Answer

Most carriers have online member sites that you can search for specific doctors and specialties within your plans network. Other sources you can call are your broker or member services for your current plan.

Answered by Rick Boyd on September 8, 2025

Broker Licensed in KY, AZ, CA & OH, TN, TX & UT

Answered by Rick Boyd Medicare Insurance Agent

Gary Church · Answer

Contact your Licensed Medicare agent, call your Medicare Advantage plan, or visit their website to search for doctors.

Mike Alexander · Answer

The best way is to go to your Carriers web site and chek provider search,
It will give you the most accurate information

Mark Maliwauki · Answer

Easiest way is to go on your carrier's website and look for the tab labeled "Find a Physician or Find a Doctor".

That will tell you that they are in network with your carrier. If you type in a name and they are not listed as in network, give their office a call to confirm. The websites are not always the word of truth.

Lynn C Shurtleff · Answer

The best way is to contact your agent. If you don't have an agent you can contact your carrier directly by calling or going to their website and search. Most carriers allow you to set up an account on the website and you can search through that source as well.

Answered by Lynn C Shurtleff on September 28, 2025

Broker Licensed in TN, AR, CO & 6 other states

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Michael Denniston · Answer

Go to your carrier website look into Medicare plans enter your zip code how far you are willing to travel input the type of doctor or facility you are looking into, and it should bring you up a list of in network doctors that fit specialize in what you are looking for. You can aloo call you agent if you have one and they should be happy to help and at least walk you through the process.

Answered by Michael Denniston on May 11, 2026

Agent Licensed in FL, AL, AR & 11 other states

Answered by Michael Denniston Medicare Insurance Agent

Don Hudson · Answer

Searching for new doctors in your plan can be done on the providers website. If you can't find out where to look , it's best to reach out to your agent for assistance.

Donnie Vermillion · Answer

Go to the website for your insurance carrier and search using the provider look up tool. You may need to enter the name of your current plan as well.

Jason Denniston · Answer

Most insurance companies have an online provider lookup tool, and you can also call the customer service number on the back of your ID card to double-check if a provider is in network. I’d be careful about relying only on what the doctor’s office says, because many carriers have multiple networks and it’s easy for things to get mixed up.

Pro tip: some doctors choose not to appear in the carrier’s online directory even though they still accept the plan. Working with a local Medicare broker can help uncover providers that may be in network but harder to find online.

Bubi Gorgevich · Answer

There are different ways in findig your doctors. You could contact your provider and request the list of them, you could contact your agent as well.

Sherry Stone · Answer

You can go to your insurance's website and look for their "find a provider" on the page. Each site is a little different, but you'll put in your zip code, then choose your plan. Usually you can search a specific doctors name or you can search the area of practice (like Nephrology) and it'll give you a list of providers in your plan. You can also (usually) limit your distance of search so you're not finding doctors fifty miles away!

Answered by Sherry Stone on November 5, 2025

Agent Licensed in IA & IL

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Kent Pike · Answer

Directories online are updated at least once a month by the carrier, but not printed. For the most up to date information, always consult the website and the find a Physican feature.

Jay Ferguson · Answer

You have two options really to finding new doctors in your network. 
1. Get in contact with your local broker and they can assist you with finding new doctors in your particular area.
2. Go to your company website and they have an online directory with a list of in network doctors.

Gavin Foley · Answer

The easiest way to check for local doctors in your network is to call the customer service number on your plan’s membership card.

You can also ask a preferred location if they have doctors taking new patients that participate in your specific insurance plan.

Ron Cronwell · Answer

There are several methodes.
One, call the Member Services number onthe back of your medical card and ask them for several names and contact information.
A second is to call your local agent and ask for assistance.
Third is to register your online account with your insurance company. There are usually links to find in network professionals and other helpful resources.

Leslie Kaz · Answer

Check your plan’s website, call your insurance, or ask me—I’ll make sure your new doctor is in-network before you book.

Steven A James, MBA · Answer

Your insurance carrier should have an online search available to confirm if your desired providers are in network.  As well, you may contact the providers directly.

I represent UnitedHealthcare here in the Seattle area.  UHC contracts with all the major hospitals/clinics along the I-5 corridor except Kaiser which is its own entity.  So, all the providers within those contracted hospitals/clinics are covered.

Steven A James, MBA
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Nick Sarant · Answer

WHAT IS YOUR NETWORK CALL YOUR ADVANTAGE PLAN AND HAVE THEM LOOK IT UP OR CALL YOUR DR AND ASK BILLING IF THEY ACCEPT YOUR PLAN. IS IT VAN HMO OR A PPO

Barbara Patterson, CFP · Answer

On a Medicare Supplement you will not need to look up your doctors.  On a Medicare Advantage you will need to call an agent like me to look up your doctors with their software.

Don Golding · Answer

There are several ways you can find doctors in your network. Most plans offer an online portal for services like doctor networks. You can contact customer service by calling the number on the back of your plan's ID card. If you worked with an independent broker, like me, we can always help as well!

Answered by Don Golding on September 22, 2025

Broker Licensed in TX, AL, AR & 5 other states

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Celeste McGrath · Answer

If you have a trusted agent that you work with, you can reach out to that agent. He/She can check the network for the plan you are on and supply a list of in-network doctors for whatever specialty you are looking for.

Answered by Celeste McGrath on February 2, 2026

Broker Licensed in GA, FL, NC & SC

Answered by Celeste McGrath Medicare Insurance Agent

Pauline Weiland · Answer

there are a few ways to get provider network info. Call your agent. Check the carrier website. Ask your Doctor to check their referral.

Melanie Rogers · Answer

Each insurance carrier has a website in which their network can be searched for doctors within the specific plan. They have addition information such as speciality, accepting new patients and ratings with their doctor search. You can always reach out to an agent such as myself as that is one of the customer service points I offer is to assist my clients with questions like this.

Answered by Melanie Rogers on April 16, 2026

Agent Licensed in FL, GA, OH & TX

Answered by Melanie Rogers Medicare Insurance Agent

Jeffrey Greenberg · Answer

Most plans will have a spot on your portal to look up dr's , labs etc. With a Medicare supplement the dr only has to participate with MEDICARE

Tracy Davis · Answer

My members call me and ask for a list of doctors in the area that take their plan. The insurance company also provides an app you can download on your phone and look there for an in-network provider. Most of their websites will also have a way to check to see if a provider is in-network.

Answered by Tracy Davis on August 11, 2025

Broker Licensed in IN, AL, CO & 6 other states

Answered by Tracy Davis Medicare Insurance Agent

April Cintron · Answer

You can search for one in Medicare.gov or call the doctors office to see if they accept your plan.

Dina Todd · Answer

You should be able to go to your insurance website and search for in network doctors. You can also call the customer service number to inquire. If you have an insurance agent, they can obtain this information as well.

Answered by Dina Todd on October 15, 2025

Broker Licensed in NC

Answered by Dina Todd Medicare Insurance Agent

Stephanie Snakovsky · Answer

The Medicare Advantage plans have websites for each of the respective product offerings to review the networks. The networks will vary by Medicare Advantage carrier and Medicare Advantage products. A supplement does not have a network but the Medicare.gov site allows you to check for doctors that will "accept" Medicare patients.

Answered by Stephanie Snakovsky on August 11, 2025

Agent Licensed in OH, FL, IN & MI, NJ, NV & TN

Answered by Stephanie Snakovsky Medicare Insurance Agent

Andrew Kramer · Answer

You can find providers in 2 ways. First, find the online provider directory of your plan. Or, call your agent and have him/her email you an updated list.

Dean Chiapetto · Answer

If you have original Medicare you need to call your Dr or other health care provider and ask if they accept Medicare. If you have a Medicare Advantage plan you need to call the number on the back of your card and ask if the provider is in their network.

Answered by Dean Chiapetto on November 23, 2025

Broker Licensed in VA, MD, NC, TN & WV

Answered by Dean Chiapetto Medicare Insurance Agent

Jack Mayer · Answer

Every insurance carrier who offers a Medicare Advantage Plan has a Look-up a Doctor in my network option found on their online website or call the number on your healthcare card and they can assist you and you can always check with your agent too.

Answered by Jack Mayer on August 11, 2025

Agent Licensed in CA & NV

Answered by Jack Mayer Medicare Insurance Agent

Pat Papson · Answer

Hello..
There are a few ways to check.
1. Call the Dr's office and see if they participate in your plan.

2. Call your company directly. 

3. Call your local Agent.

Hope this helps.

Ken Banks · Answer

You can call your agent if you have one,  your insurance provider or me! You can also go to your insurance provider's website to look up healthcare providers.

Patricia Graham · Answer

Your client portal with your insurance carrier is the easiest way for you to look for a new physician or call the company and ask them to look for a new one for you. I always make sure my clients have a doctor when I leave a new sale appointment.

Answered by Patricia Graham on August 10, 2025

Agent Licensed in WA

Answered by Patricia Graham Medicare Insurance Agent

Daniel Underwood · Answer

You can find new doctors in your network by checking your plan’s online provider directory or calling the customer service number on your insurance card. Always confirm with the doctor’s office that they still accept your plan before making an appointment.

Answered by Daniel Underwood on August 11, 2025

Broker Licensed in LA

Answered by Daniel Underwood Medicare Insurance Agent

Erica Huffstetler · Answer

Go to your plan’s website and use the “Find a Doctor” tool or call the number on your member ID card. Networks change each year, so always double-check before making an appointment.

Robert Rowe · Answer

Easiest way to find new doctors in your plan’s network is to call your agent and ask him or her. The next best way is to go to your carriers website and check your local list of providers using the search tool and your zip code.

Answered by Robert Rowe on October 12, 2025

Broker Licensed in MI

Answered by Robert Rowe Medicare Insurance Agent

Gene Page · Answer

There are a few was, depending on the carrier support system and the members comfort level with computer systems. 

Most carriers will have a "doctor search" or "find" feature on their website. This is usually quite reliable but may not always be 100% up to date. 

Most carriers will also have a printed booklet available that you can request to be sent to you. 

Finally, if you call the customer service number on your enrollment card, a customer service specialist can make a few suggestions for local providers.

If there is a provider you would like to see, but you do not find them on the list, call the provider directly and ask. They may bill under the name of a clinic or some professional organization that they are part of. Sometimes, the specific doctor is not listed.

Joni Kattau · Answer

If you are on Traditional Medicare Part B and a Medigap plan, there are no provider networks. If you are on a Medicare Advantage (Part C) plan, the insurance company that you are signed up with will have a provider directory on their website where you can search for doctors by name or specialty.

If you're looking at plans for 2026 and thinking of changing insurance companies, you can search provider directories as a guest user (no login required) so you can make sure that all of your current providers are in-network with any plan that you are considering switching to.

If you use a broker or agent, we can also help you with this task and make sure that your current providers are in-network with your plan options for 2026.

Dalyaness Martinez · Answer

The information should be in your benefits and providers book from your current health plan. I can help you if you need me to. We can also discuss more benefits available to you.

Anthony Guerrero · Answer

You can use your plan's online provider directory, call member services using the number found in the back of the card, or use Medicare's Official "Find care" tool: www.medicare.gov/care-compare. You should always check before going to an appointment, especially when seeing a new specialist or having a procedure done.

Answered by Anthony Guerrero on October 27, 2025

Broker Licensed in PA, NJ & NY

Answered by Anthony Guerrero Medicare Insurance Agent

Jon Harkness · Answer

Medicare agents have the ability to look up doctors in any location that apply for a specific plan, not just an insurance company.

Best and easiest thing for you to do would be to reach out to a local agent and just ask. We will be able to email or print off a alphabetical list according to your needs and once.

Hunter Klaassen · Answer

If it is a Medicare advantage plan that company that you are with normally would have a find a Doctor tool to find new doctors. You could talk to your agent. Or you could call the customer service number on the back of your insurance card and ask them to help you find another doctor. The customer service team can also normally send a doctor directory to you.

Answered by Hunter Klaassen on March 23, 2026

Agent Licensed in MI

Answered by Hunter Klaassen Medicare Insurance Agent

Monica Gardner · Answer

You can either go onto the carrier (insurance company) website and search by selecting the name of your current plan and proceed by searching the name of your doctor, clinic or address. Or you can contact your agent or a nearby broker and they can help you with that.

Answered by Monica Gardner on October 1, 2025

Agent Licensed in TN, MA & TX

Answered by Monica Gardner Medicare Insurance Agent

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