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Specialist Care


Managed Care. For most services, you need a referral from your Primary Care Provider before your child can see a specialist. Do not go to another doctor without talking with your Primary Care Provider. If you do not have your Primary Care Provider’s approval, you may have to pay for the visit.

Fee-for-Service. With fee-for-service, you do not need a referral to see a specialist. Your children can go to any specialist who will take the medical ID card. If you go to a specialist who does not take your card, you will be asked to pay for the service.

 

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