Common use of REQUESTED SECOND SURGICAL OPINION Clause in Contracts

REQUESTED SECOND SURGICAL OPINION. If a surgeon has recommended a non-emergency surgical procedure, the insured should notify USA Medical Services at least seventy-two (72) hours prior to the scheduled procedure. If a second surgical opinion is deemed necessary by either the insurer or USA Med- ical Services, it must be conducted by a physician chosen and arranged by USA Medical Services. Only those second surgical opinions required and coordinated by USA Medical Services are covered. In the event the second surgical opinion contradicts or does not confirm the need for surgery, the insurer will also pay for a third surgical opinion from a physician chosen in agreement between the insured and USA Medical Services. If the second or third surgical opinion confirms the need for surgery, benefits for the surgery will be paid according to this policy.

REQUESTED SECOND SURGICAL OPINION. If a surgeon has recommended a non-emergency surgical procedure, the insured should notify USA Medical Services at least seventy-two (72) hours prior to the scheduled procedure. If a second surgical opinion is deemed necessary by either the insurer or USA Med- ical Medical Services, it must be conducted by a physician chosen and arranged by USA Medical Services. Only those second surgical opinions required and coordinated by USA Medical Services are covered. In the event the second surgical opinion contradicts or does not confirm the need for surgery, the insurer will also pay for a third surgical opinion from a physician chosen in agreement between the insured and USA Medical Services. If the second or third surgical opinion confirms the need for surgery, benefits for the surgery will be paid according to this policy.