As a Preferred Provider Organization (PPO) member:
- You can choose which doctor or specialist to see and you get to choose an in-network or out-of-network provider (Note: you pay substantially less when you go to a doctor in the network.);
- You don't need to select a primary care physician and you don't need a referral to see a specialist.
Whether you choose an in- or out-of-network provider, certain services require that you satisfy a copay, deductible, and/or coinsurance. If you receive care from an out-of-network provider, your coverage will be at a lower benefit level and you will have to pay a higher deductible and coinsurance.