Whether you have just joined a managed care plan for the first time or you have been a member for some time, you may have some questions. We will give you an explanation of how managed care works and help you “manage” your care. The key to success in these plans is in realizing the fact that both you and your doctor have responsibilities in “managing” your care. We ask you to contact your insurance company before your appointment and notify them that you will be seeing another primary care doctor.