In the US healthcare system...do you need a referral to see a specialist? Like a dermatologist?

No. You can see any type of specialist you like but it won%26#039;t always be covered by your insurance. You could still get treatment no matter what, you just might have to pay for it yourself.





I%26#039;ve been to dermatologists and other specialists without referral, and my insurance covered it minus a small copayment.|||I don%26#039;t have insurance and don%26#039;t care to have it. I have no problems seeing any doctor I want to. And for those who will accuse me of being rich? No, but, I don%26#039;t drink, smoke crap, etc. and can save those dollars towards my health. Report Abuse
|||In Canada, if you are willing to pay out of pocket can you see a specialist? Report Abuse
|||It depends on the health insurance plan of the patient. For some plans, no referral is required.|||Depends on the type of specialist. Most dermatologist don%26#039;t require a referral.|||Depends on what type of health care you have.. if it is a HMO and the dermatologist is in network then no. If you have an EPO type of ins. the yes you will more than likely need a referral.|||It all depends on your health insurance. If you have an HMO, you need a referral to fart, if you have a PPO, you don%26#039;t need a referral. If you have no insurance and no money, you see nobody, and if you have money, you can go to anyone you want. Capitalism at its finest. . .|||yex you have get a deferral from your primary care Dr. And he will make an apponitment with a dermatologist specialists|||No...I would though call your insurance company to make sure it is covered. It may not be and you might have to pay out of pocket.|||That all depends on what type of program you are in with your health plan. You would have to contact your health insurance and ask if your plan is a %26quot;charter program%26quot; which means you don%26#039;t need a referral or a primary care physician