I've been in the medical system since I was 10 months. Most trouble I've had was getting a sick appointment to see my pcp but even that hasn't happened in years.

My sister-in-law who lives in NYC recently mentioned to me that access here (MA) is much better than NY.

I would say it depends who you need to see combined with insurance you have. I once had to get insurance from the connecter and didn't realize the plan I got was crap. Luckily I was able to change it. I have decent insurance now through work. It's no medicare for all but better than many other private ones.