Common use of Designation of Panel Providers Clause in Contracts

Designation of Panel Providers. Practitioner acknowledges BCN’s and BCBSM’s authority to designate specific hospitals, facilities, agencies and providers as preferred or exclusive providers of Covered Services for Members. Practitioner shall utilize only Affiliated Providers unless Member's medical condition requires Covered Services that are unavailable from an Affiliated Provider. In such cases, Practitioner shall seek prior authorization for payment of those Services from BCBSM.