The care you need, when you need it

Here’s some helpful information to guide you to the right care at the right time.

Your primary care physician

Your primary care physician or PCP is your main point-of-contact for all of your healthcare needs. He or she will handle your care, coordinate any treatments, refer you to a specialist, if you need one, and more. You can contact your PCP’s office 24 hours a day.

LEARN MORE ABOUT PCP ➜

Urgent care or ER?

Contact your primary care doctor first to determine if a visit to urgent care is necessary. Urgent conditions are not emergencies, but may need prompt medical attention.

FIND OUT MORE ➜

Video and phone visits with your doctor

As a Sharp patient, you may have the option of appointments with your doctor from the convenience of your smartphone, computer or tablet.

SCHEDULE A TELEHEALTH VISIT ➜

Hospitals

With seven hospitals throughout the San Diego and southern Riverside counties, we’ve made it convenient for you to get quality care without having to go too far from home. Find the hospital nearest to your location.

FIND A HOSPITAL ➜

MinuteClinic

When you're looking for convenient treatment for a minor illness or injury, you can visit MinuteClinic®. These are medical clinics located inside select CVS Pharmacy® stores nationwide.

LEARN MORE ABOUT MINUTECLINIC ➜

Behavioral health

If you’re feeling anxious, depressed or overwhelmed, we’re here for you. It’s important to address these feelings to take good care of yourself. We offer several options, so you can get the support you need.

LEARN MORE ABOUT BEHAVIORAL HEALTH ➜

Travel and out-of-area coverage

Your plan covers urgent and ER care, no matter where you are, but what about non-emergency care? Find out how to get care outside of our coverage area.

LEARN MORE ABOUT TRAVEL COVERAGE ➜

Chiropractic and acupuncture benefits

You have access to acupuncture and chiropractic benefits at a $10 copay for 30 combined visits per calendar year.

HOW TO ACCESS BENEFITS ➜

Language assistance

We provide free interpreter and translation services for all members. For assistance, call Customer Care at 1-833-346-4322 and let us know your preferred language when you call. We’re glad to help.

GET ASSISTANCE ➜

Find a pharmacy near you

Search for any type of pharmacy below, or download the Provider & Pharmacy Directory.

Want all the phone numbers in one place?

Download your Important contacts handout for a list of the right numbers to call when seeking care.

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Sharp Direct Advantage is offered by Sharp Health Plan. Sharp Health Plan is an HMO with a Medicare contract. Enrollment with Sharp Health Plan depends on contract renewal. Read the full disclaimer.