hat is a Preferred Provider Network?
A Preferred Provider Network, also commonly referred to as a PPO or PPO network is a group of hospitals, doctors, medical equipment companies, physical therapy companies and so on that agree to accept a discounted price for healthcare services provided to a Plan Participants of an Employers Group Health Plan. A Plan will generally offer more generous benefits if a Plan Participant will utilize the services of a healthcare provider participating in the PPO network. If your Plan utilizes the services of a PPO network, you can find that information on your ID card or your Plans Home Page that can be accessed from our Home Page.