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How To Locate A Doctor For A Second Opinion

Medicare (also known as Original Medicare)

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As a person with Medicare, you have an unlimited choice of Specialists for a second opinion, provided the doctor works with Medicare.

To locate appropriate doctors, see the above section: Sources To Help Locate A Specialist For A Second Opinion.

If the doctor you want to see does not accept Medicare, but is heads and shoulders above the other doctors you are considering, do what you can to pay for the second opinion yourself. Let the doctor know money is difficult for you. Ask if he or she will discount your bill, or give you time to pay it. (To learn more, see: Uninsured.)


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