More specific information can be obtained by contacting the payor listed on the back of the member s health insurance card. There are two ways to verify if a provider is in the UHN Network. UHN is not your vision or dental network. These specialty services are separate networks contracted for the member via the employer or insurance company. You should check either your member s health insurance card or your specialty vision or dental card for further information.
Prior authorization is handled by a utilization management company.
The contact information is on the member's health insurance card. For most occasions, when you need a referral, your PCP handles and manages this process for you. Contact your PCP and ask for the referral department. Or, you may also call the utilization management company which handles the referral and authorization process for your group. Confirm this information with the insurance company or third party administrator for your health plan.