Reasons for not visiting a doctor or other health care provider

  1. Can’t fit an appointment into their schedule or keep forgetting to make an appointment: 32%
  2. Don’t like going to the doctor: 25%
  3. Haven’t found a PCP they like: 12%
  4. Have felt shamed or judged by doctors in the past: 10%
  5. Afraid of getting sick from others during a PCP visit: 10%
Notes: Of those who haven’t had an annual physical recently

Source: U.S. News & World Report, Americans' Primary Care Experiences and Preferences: 2024 Survey Report, April 24, 2024 - https://health.usnews.com/health-care/top-doctors/articles/primary-care-experie…