Things You Should Know
As a member of Secure Health (HMO), you have the flexibility to choose your own primary care physician (PCP) and specialist physicians from our extensive network of physicians. You also have the ability to see specialists in our network of physicians without a referral from your PCP.
You may prefer having your medical care coordinated through your PCP. Going to a PCP first offers you the most savings, and it enables your PCP to help you coordinate your overall healthcare – for example, what kind of specialist you need to see or how to manage your prescription medications. The PCP also provides you with advice on all issues pertaining to your overall health and well-being.
In other words, with Choice 1 (Within Physician Team), you benefit from the guidance and expertise of your PCP, a healthcare professional who knows your medical history and lifestyle.
Most of our members prefer having their medical care coordinated within their physician team, which is composed of PCPs and specialist physicians. Members can benefit from the guidance and expertise of working with their PCP, who can help coordinate care with the doctors and hospitals in their physician team. Choice 1 maximizes your savings. Office visits to your PCP and specialists within your physician team are $0.
With Choice 2 (Within Secure Health (HMO) Network), you enjoy the convenience of going to any physician within the Secure Health (HMO) network of physicians.
Secure Health (HMO) members can visit any PCP or specialist they choose within the Secure Health (HMO) network of physicians. They have the choice to access care when and how they wish. You can see any physician in the Secure Health (HMO) network without a referral from your PCP.