September 3, 2015 | Video

Referral

Referrals are authorizations that Medicare private health plans (Part C) usually require for services not provided by your primary care physician (PCP). For instance, HMOs generally require you to get a referral from your primary care doctor in order to see a specialist or get an eye exam.

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