Switch Your PCP | Dr. Moshir Jacob | Toledo OH

Switching your primary care doctor can feel overwhelming, but at Dr. Jacob’s practice, we make it simple. Dr. Moshir Jacob, MD has been serving Toledo patients for over 40 years with the personal attention a hospital system simply cannot match.

Why Patients Switch to Dr. Jacob

Same-week appointments: New patients typically seen within the same week, not months from now.
You are never rushed. Dr. Jacob takes the time to listen, examine, and explain. Every visit.
40+ years of experience: Board-certified in Internal Medicine and Obesity Medicine.
Independent practice: Not part of a hospital system. Your care comes first, not a corporate quota.
Medicare & Medicare Advantage welcome: We accept Original Medicare and virtually all Medicare Advantage plans.

How to Switch Your PCP to Dr. Jacob

Book Your First Appointment

Call us at (419) 479-5728 or book online via healow. Let us know you are switching from another practice and we will guide you through everything.

We Handle the Records Transfer

We will provide you with a medical records release form to sign. Our office contacts your previous doctor’s office and requests your records on your behalf. You do not need to do the legwork.

Update Your Insurance

If your insurance plan requires you to designate a primary care physician (PCP), simply contact your insurance company or update your selection through your member portal. We can help you with this; just ask our front desk.

Your First Visit

At your first appointment, Dr. Jacob will conduct a thorough intake exam, review your health history, and build a personalized care plan just for you. We focus on the whole you, not just your chief complaint.

What to Bring to Your First Visit

A valid photo ID (driver’s license or state ID)
Your insurance card(s): Medicare card, Medicare Advantage card, or other insurance
A list of your current medications (or bring the bottles)
Any recent lab results or imaging reports you have on hand

Common Reasons Patients Switch

  We hear it often: “I never get to see my actual doctor.” Or: “I waited 3 months for an appointment and was in and out in 7 minutes.” Or: “My doctor retired and I do not know where to go.” If any of this sounds familiar, you are not alone, and Dr. Jacob’s practice was built for exactly this kind of patient.

Frequently Asked Questions About Switching

Do I need a referral to switch PCPs?

No. You can switch your primary care doctor at any time. Simply call our office to schedule your first appointment.

Will my old doctor be notified?

Only when we request your medical records, and only with your authorization. The process is routine and professional.

Can I switch if I have Medicare?

Absolutely. Dr. Jacob accepts Original Medicare (Part A & B), Medicare Advantage (Part C), and Medicare Supplement (Medigap) plans. Switching your Medicare PCP is straightforward; our staff will walk you through it.

How long does the switching process take?

You can be seen as a new patient within the same week in most cases. The records transfer typically takes 1 to 2 weeks. You can begin receiving care from Dr. Jacob immediately.

Ready to make the switch?
Call (419) 479-5728 or book your appointment online.
Dr. Jacob’s office is located at 4235 Secor Rd, Toledo, OH 43623.

Also see: New Patient Information | Medicare & Insurance