HMO selection of specialists and services based on providers in a network is referred to as "self-referral."

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Self-referral is when a patient refers themselves to a specialist without needing an initial referral from a primary care provider. HMOs typically require members to choose specialists and services from within their network, but this is not referred to as self-referral; it's part of the HMO's managed care system.

HMO Selection of Specialists and Services Based on Providers in a Network