More than 99% of doctors have not opted out of accepting Medicare patients.[0]. That said, whether you get to keep your current doctors will depend on what type of Medicare you choose.

People with Original Medicare can see any doctor that takes Medicare. Medicare Advantage plans, however, limit their coverage options to a local network of providers. If you do not see a doctor in your plan’s network, you may have to pay more for their services. In some cases, your plan may not cover those visits at all.

Can I keep my doctors when I enroll in Medicare?

More than 99% of doctors have not opted out of accepting Medicare patients.[1]. That said, whether you get to keep your current doctors will depend on what type of Medicare you choose.

People with Original Medicare can see any doctor that takes Medicare. Medicare Advantage plans, however, limit their coverage options to a local network of providers. If you do not see a doctor in your plan’s network, you may have to pay more for their services. In some cases, your plan may not cover those visits at all.