Preferred Provider Program. (1) The parties agree that one (1) or more Preferred Provider Organization (PPO) programs for hospital and physicians’ services may be provided through the Xxxxx County Schools COG Health Insurance Program. Anyone, as of August 1, 2009, who has the traditional Mutual Health Program instead of the PPO, may continue such participation. (2) Participation in any such programs will be voluntary and there shall be no diminution of benefits for those individuals who choose not to participate in a PPO. However, for those individuals who choose a PPO and then utilize services outside the PPO system, there may be a reduction in benefits. (3) The selection of the PPO(s), the types of benefits/programs, or any changes therein, shall be mutually determined by the representative of the COG and the Xxxxx County OEA Office. (4) The duration of this provision shall be from January 1, 1995, and continuing thereafter unless terminated or modified by the representatives outlined in Paragraph c, above.
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Preferred Provider Program. (1) The parties agree that one (1) or more Preferred Provider Organization (PPO) programs for hospital and physicians’ services may be provided through the Xxxxx Stark County Schools COG Health Insurance Program. Anyone, as of August 1, 2009, who has the traditional Mutual Health Program instead of the PPO, may continue such participation.
(2) Participation in any such programs will be voluntary and there shall be no diminution of benefits for those individuals who choose not to participate in a PPO. However, for those individuals who choose a PPO and then utilize services outside the PPO system, there may be a reduction in benefits.
(3) The selection of the PPO(s), the types of benefits/programs, or any changes therein, shall be mutually determined by the representative of the COG and the Xxxxx Stark County OEA Office.
(4) The duration of this provision shall be from January 1, 1995, and continuing thereafter unless terminated or modified by the representatives outlined in Paragraph c, above.
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Samples: Master Agreement