Finding A Doctor

Can AskMD help me find a doctor?

Yes. AskMD includes a provider matching tool that recommends doctors based on your location, condition or specialty need, insurance plan, and personal preferenc...

How does AskMD decide which doctors to recommend?

AskMD's recommendations are based on objective, data-driven analysis using 34 billion+ insurance claims, ratings from 300 million+ consumers, and data on 1 mill...

What filters can I use when searching for a doctor?

You can filter by: • Specialty • Distance from your ZIP code • Gender preference • Language spoken • Network status (in-network vs. out-of-network) • Whether th...

How do I search for a doctor by specialty?

Open the Find a Doctor tool, enter your ZIP code, and type the condition or specialty you need (e.g., "cardiologist," "knee pain," "dermatology"). AskMD returns...

Can AskMD show me only doctors who accept my insurance?

Yes. If you have connected your insurance plan, AskMD can filter results to show only in-network providers for your plan.

What information is shown on a doctor's profile?

Each provider profile includes: • Distance from your location • Specialty and years of experience • Patient ratings • Education and credentials • Languages spok...

What does "Sharecare Choice" mean on a provider profile?

The Sharecare Choice designation indicates that a provider has been identified through data analysis as consistently high-performing across multiple quality and...

What does "Accepting New Patients" mean?

This indicates that the provider currently has availability to take on new patients. Doctors not marked as accepting new patients may have a waitlist or closed...

How do I add a doctor to my Care Team?

On a provider's detail page, tap Add to Care Team. The doctor will be saved to your personal Care Team list within AskMD.

What is the Care Team feature?

Care Team lets you save your doctors and specialists within AskMD for quick reference. It's a personal list of providers you work with or are considering.

I see "No doctor found — There are currently no specialists matching your criteria." What should I do?

Try expanding your search by increasing the distance range, removing some filters, or entering a broader specialty. If you're in a rural area, in-network availa...

How accurate is the location used for doctor searches?

AskMD can auto-detect your location or let you manually enter a ZIP code. If auto-detection fails, enter your ZIP code manually for accurate results.

Can AskMD show me a doctor's NPI number?

Provider profiles are linked to NPI registry data. If you need a specific NPI number, contact the provider's office directly.

Can I search for doctors who speak a specific language?

Yes. Use the Language filter in the doctor search to find providers who speak your preferred language.

Can I book an appointment through AskMD?

AskMD currently displays provider information and helps you identify the right doctor. For booking, use the contact information on the provider's profile to rea...