Taxonomy Code
Code:
305R00000X
Type:
Managed Care Organizations
Classification:
Preferred Provider Organization
Specialization:
N/A
Level:
Level II - Classification
Definition:
A group of physicians and/or hospitals who contract with an employer to provide services to their employees. In a PPO, the patient may got to the physician of his/her choice, even if that physician does not participate in the PPO, but the patient receives care at a lower benefit level.
Version:
NCCU Provider Taxonomy Version 22.1