First Choice Medical is a senior community in Macon, GA.
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182 Steven Dr, Macon, GA 31210
For more information about senior living options: (866) 208-4318
2.7 from 78 reviews
5 stars
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4 stars
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3 stars
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2 stars
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1 stars
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Overall Review of First Choice Medical
common16 reviews mention this
Care staff impressions vary
Many residents describe courteous, professional caregivers who take their concerns seriously.
Several residents praise the staff as professional, friendly, and helpful, including front-desk interactions and nursing support. A number of reviews also say the doctors spend time with them, explain things, and show care for ongoing health issues. At the same time, other reviewers describe a lack of caring, rude behavior, or appointments that feel rushed. Overall, residents’ experience with how they’re treated seems inconsistent across visits.
caveat15 reviews mention this
Phone and call-backs frustrate
Multiple reviewers say the office struggles to answer calls and return messages.
A recurring complaint is that calls go unanswered or message follow-up is slow, including requests for lab results, refills, and urgent concerns. Some reviewers also describe long holds, an answering service that doesn’t help, or calls that get disconnected during wait lines. For a few residents, delayed responses tied to prescriptions made the situation more stressful. The pattern that shows up most often is difficulty reaching someone when you need a response.
caveat5 reviews mention this
Long waits and scheduling issues
Residents mention long waits and appointment mix-ups.
Several reviews describe waiting well past appointment times, including cases where people waited hours to be seen. Others mention scheduling problems such as appointment changes, wrong-provider reminders, or needing to wait weeks for an appointment. Some residents also describe arriving and not seeing a doctor for a prolonged stretch of time. Across these comments, the wait experience appears to be a common pain point.
caveat4 reviews mention this
Prescription follow-through concerns
A few residents report problems getting prescriptions sent or refilled.
Some reviewers say refills took too long or were not handled after they reported the need, including thyroid medication and insulin-related supplies. Others describe prescriptions not being sent to the pharmacy even after visits, or prescriptions delayed long enough to cause complications. In a couple of cases, residents also mention issues like prior authorization getting stuck. The shared theme is that getting medication ready when needed doesn’t always go smoothly.
caveat2 reviews mention this
The building feels clean—or dirty
Some reviewers praise the facility’s cleanliness, while others report unpleasant conditions.
At least one review says the new building is nice, quiet, and clean, with no negative comments about the space. Other residents describe problems such as a smell of mildew and a dirty-feeling environment. These comments don’t align, so cleanliness appears to be viewed very differently depending on the visit.
common2 reviews mention this
Near everyday essentials
The location is close to pharmacies and common dining options.
Nearby options include pharmacy and restaurant stops within about a mile, which can make it easier to handle errands around appointments. For residents who rely on nearby services, the immediate area appears practical based on what’s within a short drive. Beyond that convenience, reviews focus much more on care experiences than on the neighborhood itself.
How we summarize
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Features
Transportation
Middle Georgia Regional (10 miles away)
Nearby Places of Interest
Pharmacies
Walgreens (0.6 miles)
Your Corner Drugstore (0.7 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (1.5 miles)
Walgreens (3.2 miles)
Walgreens (4.6 miles)
Walmart Pharmacy (4.6 miles)
CVS Pharmacy (4.9 miles)
Restaurants
Cracker Barrel (0.8 miles)
New China Buffet (0.9 miles)
McDonald's (0.9 miles)
Cook Out (0.9 miles)
Chick-Fil-A (1 miles)
Wendy's (1 miles)
Captain D's (1.1 miles)
Physicians
Northridge Family Healthcare Center (1 miles)
Macon VA Outpatient Clinic (1.2 miles)
Vineville Internal Medicine (3.2 miles)
Allergy Asthma & Sinus Center - Jeff W Langford MD (3.3 miles)
Pediatric Care of Macon (3.3 miles)
Brown's Eye Center- Macon (3.3 miles)
Linkous Harry Dr MD (3.3 miles)
Places of Worship
Bethel AME Church (2.2 miles)
Lutheran Church-The Redeemer (3.9 miles)
St Peter Claver Catholic Church (4.4 miles)
Hospitals
North Macon Healthcare (2.5 miles)
Coliseum Health System (3.6 miles)
Coliseum Northside Hospital (3.6 miles)
Atrium Health Navicent Hospice Pine Pointe (3.7 miles)
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Middle Georgia Regional (10 miles away)
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