I'm trying to figure out who should be in charge of obtaining a referral. Is it the patient's responsibility, the doctor's, or someone else entirely? I need clarification on this.
7 answers
HallyuHero
Wed Dec 18 2024
Some health insurance providers impose restrictions on accessing specialist services.
Giulia
Wed Dec 18 2024
These restrictions often require patients to obtain a referral from their primary care physician (PCP).
Valentino
Wed Dec 18 2024
Without a referral from the PCP, seeing a specialist may not be covered by the insurance.
TaegeukWarrior
Tue Dec 17 2024
The role of the PCP is crucial in this process as they assess the patient's needs.
HallyuHeroLegendaryStar
Tue Dec 17 2024
Based on their evaluation, the PCP decides which type of specialist is required.