PROVIDER NETWORK RULES for NORTH CAROLINA

Provider Selection
The employer/insurer chooses the treating provider. If the employer/insurer does not direct, the employee can choose the provider or facility. The employee may choose in an emergency, but must notify the employer.

Managed Care Options
In the case of employees subject to MCOs, the employee can change physicians once within the MCO's panel.

Provider Lists
Provider lists and directories may be utilized. Form 17 is the state-mandated informational posting. StrataCare generic posting may also be used in conjunction with Form 17.