Can Kaiser patients go to Stanford?
Kaiser members must obtain a referral from their Kaiser primary care or specialist physician and an authorization from their health plan for any services to be covered and considered in-network here at Stanford Health Care. You would not be able to select a Stanford Health Care physician as your primary care physician.
What is the HealthCare marketplace called in California?
Covered California
Covered California: California’s Healthcare Marketplace As part of the Affordable Care Act, California created a health insurance marketplace called Covered California. Through Covered California, individuals, families, and small businesses can purchase insurance products sold by private insurers.
Is Kaiser an HMO or PPO?
Your Preferred Provider Organization (PPO) Plan with Kaiser Permanente is not just health coverage — it’s a partnership in health. You can choose any licensed physician to provide care nationwide. Online features let you manage most of your care around the clock.
Is Covered California the same as Obamacare?
Covered California is the state’s Obamacare exchange. This means your Obamacare plan options are the same as your Covered California options. The plans on Covered California are divided by carrier and into four different metal tiers — Bronze, Silver, Gold and Platinum.
Can PPO go to Kaiser?
The PPO Plus plan offers access to a broad provider network that includes both Kaiser Permanente providers and a nationwide network. You also have the freedom to choose any licensed provider at the out-of-network benefit level. Download the PPO Plus member flyer (PDF).
What does PPO insurance mean?
Preferred Provider Organization
A type of health plan that contracts with medical providers, such as hospitals and doctors, to create a network of participating providers. You pay less if you use providers that belong to the plan’s network.