Just found out I'm pregnant and want to see a midwife

Natalie
Do I have to also see my ob/gyn first or can the midwife do everything I need? I'm only 5 weeks along, but want to start finding my support team! 
Also, anyone have advice on how to get insurance to pay for a midwife or home birth? I'm not sure yet if ours will cover it and am wondering if there's any loopholes I can find. 
Thanks!