Dr. Harman Virk on Central Valley Today: Helping Medicare Patients Make the Most of Open Enrollment

As Medicare Open Enrollment season begins, Dr. Harman Virk, co-founder of The Modern Medicine Group, joined Central Valley Today to share practical advice for seniors and their families. His message was clear: take your time, review your plan carefully, and make informed decisions about your healthcare coverage.

Take Your Time — Don’t Rush Open Enrollment

Dr. Virk emphasized that the annual Medicare Open Enrollment period (October 15 – December 7) is one of the most important windows of the year for patients. It’s the time to review your plan, explore better options, and ensure your coverage matches your current medical needs.

“What we really want people to know is take your time with open enrollment,” Dr. Virk explained. “You don’t want to just go in and renew the plan unnecessarily. You want to sit down and talk to somebody.”

Whether that conversation happens with a Medicare agent, broker, or insurance representative, he noted that beneficiaries should remember each perspective is limited.

“They’re only seeing one side of the puzzle,” Dr. Virk said. “As a doctor and healthcare provider, I’m able to see a different side.”

Seeing the Whole Picture — The Physician’s Perspective

During the interview, Dr. Virk stressed the importance of including your healthcare provider in these discussions. Physicians understand how plan changes affect prescriptions, referrals, and ongoing treatment—details that agents may not fully evaluate.

That’s why The Modern Medicine Group is expanding its outreach this season. The clinic is helping patients understand the mailers and phone calls they receive during open enrollment, ensuring they don’t fall prey to misleading sales pitches.

“Our goal is to make sure that people don’t get hurt,” Dr. Virk explained. “We want to make sure that people’s care is appropriately covered.”

Empowering Patients Through Education

The Modern Medicine Group has long championed patient education as a cornerstone of better health. By bringing this conversation to television, Dr. Virk is empowering Fresno-area seniors to take ownership of their healthcare decisions, ask the right questions, and feel confident navigating their Medicare options.

The clinic’s team encourages patients to schedule an annual wellness visit during this time to review medications, preventive screenings, and insurance compatibility—all key components of maximizing the benefits of their coverage.

About The Modern Medicine Group

Located in northeast Fresno, The Modern Medicine Group provides comprehensive primary care for adults and seniors. Founded by Dr. Harman Virk and Dr. Kamalmeet Kaur, the practice blends compassionate service with modern medical technology—offering both in-person and telehealth visits, preventive care, chronic disease management, and personalized wellness planning.

Watch the full segment:🎥 Central Valley Today – Dr. Harman Virk Interview