What is a referral and do I need one if I have Medicare?

If you have original or traditional Medicare, generally Medicare doesn’t require referrals, but under certain situations may require a specific order from your primary care provider.  If you belong to a Medicare Advantage plan, some plans may require referrals. In the attached article, it reviews what you need to know about referrals under Medicare, and what else to check before making your doctor’s appointment. Read article here…

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