Your primary care physician is going to be a key partner in your long-term health and well-being, so you want to ensure you are comfortable asking your doctor about anything. Some of the first key things to ask about are their hours of operation, policy on appointment cancellations and no-shows if they have waitlists for appointments or the possibility of last-minute appointments, and if there will be another doctor to cover in the case of your primary care physician going on vacation or getting sick. You will also want to know if they accept your medical insurance plan and if they are able to send it directly to your insurance or if you have to pay upfront and submit yourself. If you have medical conditions that require specialized treatment or care, you will want to know if your doctor is familiar with the condition and able to provide the treatment themselves. It is also important to understand their views and philosophy on treatment options and plans to see if they align with your values as a patient. Some doctors will prescribe medication to treat the current symptoms where other doctors are more focused on getting to the root cause of the symptoms to diagnose and treat a potential underlying health issue.