HOW TO JOIN SMG
Patients interested in joining Seoul Medical Group should call the member services at (800) 611-9862 to learn more about choosing a Primary Care Physician (PCP) with Seoul Medical Group.
Medicare Beneficiaries Age 65+
No health plan selected yet
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Choose a health plan, then contact your insurer to select Seoul Medical Group (SMG) as your medical group (IPA) and an SMG physician as your Primary Care Provider (PCP).
Already have a health plan
- Contact your insurance provider to confirm that your medical group is Seoul Medical Group (SMG) and that your Primary Care Provider (PCP) is an SMG-affiliated physician.
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Select an SMG-affiliated PCP and inform your insurance provider of both the medical group (SMG) and the physician’s name.
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Contact the physician’s clinic to confirm they accept your current health plan and SMG patients, then schedule your appointment.
Already have a PCP
- Confirm whether your PCP is affiliated with Seoul Medical Group (SMG).
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If your medical group is not SMG, contact your insurance provider and request to keep your current PCP while changing your medical group (IPA) to SMG.
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If your current PCP is not affiliated with SMG, you may change your PCP. In this case, consult your insurance agent for assistance.
No insurance or Medicare
- Contact the insurance plan you wish to enroll in and select Seoul Medical Group (SMG) as your medical group (IPA) and an SMG-affiliated Primary Care Provider (PCP).
- You may also get assistance from a licensed insurance agent.
- Enroll directly through the insurance plan or Medicare website (www.Medicare.gov), where you can choose your health plan, medical group (Seoul Medical Group), and PCP.
- You may also call the Seoul Medical Group Member Services Center directly for assistance.
Insurance Members Under Age 65
- Check if your health plan is affiliated with SMG; if not, contact your insurer to switch.
- If your plan does not work with SMG, call SMG for assistance.
- For employer plans, contact your benefits administrator for options and enrollment dates.
Important Notice
Health insurance and Medicare Advantage plans may vary by location. It is recommended that you consult with a licensed health insurance professional before enrolling or making changes to your coverage.
▶SMG Member Service Line: 800-611-9862
Hospital Affilliations
Advanced Medical Facilities and Experienced Physicians
Seoul Medical Group (SMG) is committed to delivering a higher standard of care through close collaboration with hospitals that feature state-of-the-art medical equipment and facilities, as well as physicians with extensive clinical experience and proven expertise. Through these partnerships, SMG strives to provide prompt, accurate diagnosis and high-quality medical care.
Below is a list of hospitals affiliated with SMG in the Los Angeles and Orange County areas.
Health Plan Partners
Check below to see if your health plan is contracted with SMG
Seoul Medical Group (SMG) works with trusted insurance providers (health plans) to offer members a wide range of coverage options and benefits. Please note that the list below is not a complete list of all Medicare Advantage plans available in your service area.
Blueshield California
1-855-203-3874 (TTY: 711)
10/1-3/31: 7 days a week
4/1-9/30: Monday – Friday
8AM to 8PM
SEOUL MEDICAL GROUP is a network of independent practice associations (IPAs) that contracts with affiliated independent physicians and other practitioners to help deliver health care. SMG is not directly involved in the provision of medical treatment, and patients should always seek the advice of their physician or other qualified health care professionals with any questions they may have regarding a medical condition or treatment. SMG and all of its related bodies corporate as defined in the legislation.






























