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[quote=Anonymous]The Kaiser rep that I spoke to at the Health Fair told me that I can  go to an affiliated provider (i.e., not an in-network doctor but part of a network that takes Kaiser);  it may cost more but is otherwise allowed (with a referral).  The Kaiser rep at the federal health fair gave me a book with their network providers and a book with their affiliated providers.

I talked to a customer service representative from Kaiser today who seemed knowledgeable and she told me that it is not the case unless they don't cover the services at all  (ie for reproductive services). 
She also told me that an OB/GYN- not your primary care physician - is responsible for any fertility specialist referrals.

this leads me to two questions:

1. is it true that your OB/GYN at Kaiser would be responsible the referrals for Shady Grove.  If so, any Kaiser OB/GYN recommendations in DC (West End/ Capital Hill) would be appreciated

2.  Is it also true that you can only go to Kaiser in-network providers under the federal plan?

Thanks in advance! The Kaiser system is a bit labyrinthine and before I switch, I want to know what I am actually giving up to get IVF coverage. I am hearing different things from different people.  
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