Important Notice to All Seniors

Our relationship with you is very important. As your health care provider, we want to make sure you get the care you need, when you need it. That is why we are asking that you switch to a Medicare Advantage plan during this fall’s annual election period.

In 2011, traditional Medicare is projected to cut its reimbursement by 30 percent, which will make it extremely challenging to sustain our practice in the future. Because of the uncertainty of Medicare reimbursement, we may not be able to continue to treat Medicare patients in 2012. Switching now to a Medicare Advantage plan will help ensure that you will be able to see us in the future. We know this is a hassle and we apologize. Many other physician groups across the nation are struggling with this same issue and have asked their patients to make a similar change.

We do believe that you will benefit from switching to a Medicare Advantage plan. There are a variety of coverage options, so you can choose which is best for you. Many offer additional services and benefits such as vision and dental. All of them limit your out-of-pocket costs and two of the plans have no monthly premium at all. Most importantly, you can continue to see your regular primary care provider while having access to Highline specialists and the services of Highline Medical Center.

We are asking you to change to a Medicare Advantage plan by December 7, 2011.