A dedicated team that’s built around your needs

When you choose Patina as your primary care practice, you'll have a dedicated Patina care team that takes the time to know you and creates a personalized care plan that supports your total health and well-being. Your physician-led team includes a primary care practitioner and a Patina Health Champion, your "go-to" resource to help with scheduling appointments, navigating care, securing needed resources, addressing questions, and more. You save time and get concierge-level care at no extra cost beyond your in-network primary care physician (PCP) copay. Patina makes it easy for your loved ones to be part of your care team, too!

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Personalized care that’s easily accessible — and convenient

With Patina as your PCP, you'll have fast, convenient access to care from the comfort of home through virtual and in-person visits, when needed. No more time wasted driving or sitting in crowded waiting rooms. We address your total health and well-being, and take on the legwork to make life easier. And, Patina’s mobile and web apps make it easy to get answers to questions, exchange messages with your care team, and more.

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Meet Paul. As he grew older, he had more questions about his health. See why he chose Patina primary care to stay healthy.



Independence Blue Cross and Patina work together to help you thrive

Patina is part of the Independence Blue Cross (Independence) network and accepts Keystone 65 HMO or Personal Choice 65SM PPO. That means you can enjoy a unique level of care while receiving benefits from Independence that fit your needs and budget:

  • No medical or Rx deductibles
  • Dental, vision, and hearing coverage embedded in all plans
  • A quarterly over-the-counter (OTC) allowance — up to $125 on some plans! — you can spend on approved OTC items online and at major retailers

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The care you deserve without all the hassle

  • Personalized: A primary care team who knows you and stays with you over time
  • Comprehensive: Addresses your total health and well-being
  • Easy: One place to go for any health-related need
  • On your terms: Care that’s tied to your goals, values, and preferences
  • Convenient: Accessible from the comfort and safety of home
  • Inclusive: Proactive involvement of loved ones, if you choose
  • Accessible: Same-day or next-day appointments if you need them — and never rushed

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How do I become a Patina patient?

If you're new to Medicare, or switching to an Independence Medicare Advantage plan, you can simply select Patina as your primary care physician (PCP) when you enroll.

Follow these steps to enroll online and select Patina as your PCP.

  1. Click here and go through the online enrollment process.
  2. When you reach the Plan Details section of the application, you will be prompted to select a PCP.
  3. Answer Yes to the Do you wish to specify a primary care physician now? question.
  4. Under the search bar pop up, select Manual PCP entry.
  5. Enter 004707223 into the PCP ID field.
  6. Enter Patina Medical Group PC into the PCP Name field.
  7. Answer No to the Are you currently a patient of this provider? question.

If you're already an Independence Medicare Advantage member, you can select or change your PCP to Patina in either of two ways:

  • Log in or register at ibx.com. Click on the My Care tab and select Choose my Primary Care Physician from the drop-down menu. Select Patina Medical Group.
  • Call our Member Help Team at the number on the back of your member ID card.


Invite loved ones to stay informed

We know loved ones play an important role in supporting your health and well-being. With Patina, loved ones can easily be included as part of your dedicated care team — able to join virtual appointments and receive updates right on the Patina mobile app.

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Meet Ruth. Her daughter, Susan, was worried about her mom's dizzy spells. Hear why Patina primary care was the right choice for them.



Patina is currently accepting new patients. Call Independence today at 1-833-213-0827 (TTY/TDD: 711) to learn about Patina, enroll in a Medicare plan, or for more information.



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Website last updated: 9/18/2023

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