PROVIDER NETWORK RULES for CONNECTICUT

Provider Selection
The employer is responsible for furnishing the emergency medical treatment at an employer-designated office or facility. After this initial treatment, the employee may choose an attending physician from the list of approved practitioners.

The list presently includes all physicians, surgeons, podiatrists, optometrists, and dentists licensed to practice in Connecticut.

Managed Care Options
If an employer uses an approved medical care plan, then the employee must receive medical treatment from a participating medical practitioner. If a provider outside the Managed Care Plan is chosen, workers’ compensation benefits may be suspended.

Provider Lists
Provider lists and directories may be utilized. Posting of a provider listing (panel) is required under a State Certified Managed Care Plan. StrataCare generic posting may be used.