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Your First Visit

Welcome to Gloria Gates CARE Centers! Here’s a quick overview of what to expect during your first primary care visit.

What to Expect at Your First Direct Visit

At Gloria Gates CARE Centers, we’re committed to providing comprehensive, patient-centered care that addresses all aspects of your health and well-being. For a list of services that Gloria Gates CARE Direct does NOT cover, please refer to the Subscription Guide.

Here’s what you can expect during your primary care visit:

Check-in and Initial Screening

When you arrive, you’ll be greeted by our front desk staff. They will verify your information. Please bring your photo ID and insurance card (if applicable). You may be asked to complete some brief paperwork. 

Meeting with a Medical Assistant

A medical assistant will then escort you to an exam room and review your medical history:

  • Take your vital signs (blood pressure, temperature, etc.)
  • Review your current medications
  • Ask about any health concerns you’d like to discuss with your provider
  • Conduct any necessary screenings based on your age, gender, and health history

Visit with Your Primary Care Provider

Your provider will review information collected by the medical assistant and discuss your health concerns with you. 

They may:

  • Perform a physical exam
  • Order or review lab tests
  • Adjust medications if needed
  • Provide education on managing your health conditions
  • Discuss preventive care recommendations

Your provider will take the time to listen to your concerns and work with you to develop a personalized CARE plan.

At Gloria Gates CARE Centers, we’re committed to being your partner in health. Our team-based approach ensures that you receive the care and support you need to achieve your best possible health outcomes.

*** Gloria Gates CARE Direct is NOT health insurance or workers’ compensation. Gloria Gates CARE Direct membership only covers the limited primary care services and medications that we provide to you and does not cover all healthcare needs, such as surgery and hospitalization. The limited primary care services Gloria Gates CARE Direct provides are defined above, and the medications are listed on the pages entitled Medications. Since Gloria Gates CARE Direct does not cover all services you may need, we recommend all patients purchase health insurance or other suitable healthcare coverage to cover services that Gloria Gates CARE Direct does NOT PROVIDE.

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