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The injured employee makes the initial choice of treating provider. The treating provider can make
referrals without prior approval of the employer/insurer. If the injured employee wishes to change
treating providers, the employer may require that the choice be made from a list of preferred
network providers. If the injured employee wishes to be treated by a provider that does not
appear on the list, the employer/insurer must give approval. If no list is available, this restriction
does not apply. The employee may select his/her own pharmacy or select a pharmacy from the
Express Scripts pharmacy network. Emergency medical care does not require preapproval and
should be secured at the nearest location.