Are you 18 years or older and assigned to a San Mateo Medical Center (SMMC) primary care clinic at 39th Avenue, Coastside, Daly City, Fair Oaks or South San Francisco? If so, make sure one of your first calls is to their New Patient Connection Center at 650-372-3200. They can help you register and set up your new patient appointments.
All members who do not meet these criteria should call their assigned SMMC clinic when they have questions.
Your HEALTHmatters
Welcome to Your HEALTHmatters—our member blog that makes keeping up with the latest health news easy! This is where you’ll find the latest benefit information, tips and resources for a healthy, happy you! The top stories are highlighted with images, and you can find more stories listed under them. To read a story, just click the headline or the "Read more" link.
If you have questions about specific content that may affect your health, please contact your health care provider.
Top stories
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Peace of Mind With Advance Care Planning
Apr 16, 2026, 1:49 PM by Mat ThomasIn the event you become too sick or injured to make healthcare decisions for yourself, make sure those who care for you are aware of your medical wishes.
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Find a Provider — Use HPSM’s Online Directory
Apr 16, 2026, 1:20 PM by Mat ThomasLooking for a primary care provider, dentist, specialist, pharmacy, clinic or hospital? Use HPSM’s Provider Directory. It's easy and you can do it online!
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Your Yearly Well Visit Matters!
Apr 16, 2026, 2:09 PM by Mat ThomasEven when you feel healthy, a yearly checkup with your primary care provider is a good idea. There’s no cost for the well visit. HPSM covers it 100%, so schedule yours today!
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New Patients Resource for San Mateo Medical Center
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