DUTIES AND OBLIGATIONS OF PARTICIPATING PROVIDER. 5.1 Patient-Provider Relationship. Participating Provider shall be solely responsible for all decisions regarding medical care provided to Members, and the traditional relationship between Provider and patient shall in no way be affected by any of the terms and conditions of this Agreement, including without limitation Provider’s acting as an advocate for the patient in seeking appropriate and Medically Necessary health care services. Participating Provider shall have the right to communicate openly with Members with respect to all appropriate diagnostic and treatment options, including without limitation alternative medications, regardless of coverage limitations.
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