Doctor That Takes Wellcare Insurance Near Suwanee, GA
Suwanee Family Physicians accepts Wellcare Medicare and welcomes Wellcare patients. If you’ve been searching for a doctor that takes Wellcare insurance near you, our board-certified family medicine practice is in-network and currently accepting new Wellcare Medicare patients.
Our Primary Care Practice Accepts Wellcare Insurance
⚠️ Important clarification: Suwanee Family Physicians accepts Wellcare Medicare. We do not accept Wellcare Medicaid. If you have Wellcare Medicaid, please call us at (770) 831-8191 and we’ll be happy to help connect you with an appropriate provider.
Wellcare is a major provider of Medicare Advantage plans serving millions of Medicare beneficiaries across the United States, including in Georgia. Wellcare Medicare Advantage plans offer comprehensive coverage for primary care, preventive services, and chronic disease management — often with additional benefits beyond Original Medicare such as vision, dental, and hearing coverage.
We treat Wellcare patients in and around Suwanee from cities such as Duluth, Berkeley Lake, Buford, Lawerenceville, Alpharetta, Johns Creek, Cumming, Sugar Hill and more.
Wellcare Medicare Services at Suwanee Family Physicians
As your in-network Wellcare Medicare provider in Suwanee, we provide a full range of primary care services covered under your plan:
- Annual Wellness Visit (AWV) — Wellcare Medicare Advantage plans cover a fully free Annual Wellness Visit each year. This visit establishes or updates your personalized prevention plan, reviews your medications, assesses your health risk factors, and helps you make the most of your Wellcare Medicare benefits.
- Welcome to Medicare Visit — If you’re new to Medicare or recently enrolled in a Wellcare plan, you’re entitled to an initial wellness visit. Call us to schedule yours.
- Chronic disease management — Many Wellcare Medicare patients are managing multiple chronic conditions. Our team provides comprehensive, ongoing care for diabetes, high blood pressure, heart disease risk, kidney disease, COPD, arthritis, and more — including medication reviews, lab monitoring, and care coordination.
- Preventive screenings — Wellcare Medicare covers recommended preventive screenings for cancer, diabetes, cardiovascular disease, osteoporosis, and more. We’ll ensure you stay up to date on all screenings appropriate for your age and health history.
- Immunizations — Flu shots, pneumonia vaccines, COVID-19 vaccines, and shingles vaccines (Shingrix) covered under your Wellcare plan.
- Same-day sick visits — When you’re not feeling well, call us at (770) 831-8191 early in the morning to check for same-day availability.
- Prescription management — Regular medication reviews to optimize your treatment and ensure safety. We work with your Wellcare Part D plan for efficient prescription coordination.
- Telemedicine — Virtual visits for eligible conditions, billed through your Wellcare Medicare plan.
- Lab work and testing — In-office labs billed through your Wellcare Medicare coverage.
Why Wellcare Medicare Patients Choose Suwanee Family Physicians
We understand that Medicare patients have often spent decades building relationships with their doctors — and that finding a new provider who truly listens, remembers your history, and coordinates your care well is not something to take lightly. Dr. Shih is a board-certified family physician who takes genuine pride in long-term patient relationships. Many of our Medicare patients have been with the practice for years, and they bring their children, grandchildren, and aging parents to us as well.
We are on staff at both Emory Johns Creek Hospital and Northside Gwinnett Hospital, giving our patients connected, coordinated care when hospital-level services are needed.
About Suwanee Family Physicians
Led by board-certified family physician Dr. Shih — on staff at Emory Johns Creek and Northside Gwinnett. We also accept Aetna, BCBS, Cigna, Humana, Original Medicare, Tricare, United Healthcare, and Alliant Health.
Frequently Asked Questions — Wellcare Patients
Does Suwanee Family Physicians take Wellcare Medicaid?
No. We accept Wellcare Medicare but do not currently accept Wellcare Medicaid. If you have Wellcare Medicaid and need a provider, call us at (770) 831-8191 and we’ll do our best to help direct you.
What is the difference between Wellcare Medicare and Wellcare Medicaid?
Wellcare Medicare is a Medicare Advantage plan for patients who are 65 or older or who are Medicare-eligible due to disability. Wellcare Medicaid is a managed Medicaid plan for low-income individuals and families. Suwanee Family Physicians accepts Wellcare Medicare only. Your insurance card will indicate which program you’re enrolled in.
Does my Wellcare Medicare plan cover my annual wellness visit at Suwanee Family Physicians?
Yes. Wellcare Medicare Advantage plans include a fully covered Annual Wellness Visit each year when you see an in-network provider. Call (770) 831-8191 to schedule your Annual Wellness Visit.
Is Suwanee Family Physicians accepting new Wellcare Medicare patients?
Yes. We are currently welcoming new Wellcare Medicare patients. Call (770) 831-8191 to schedule your first appointment.
Wellcare Medicare patients — we’re here for you.
Call (770) 831-8191 to schedule your appointment. Have your Wellcare Medicare card ready. New patients always welcome.