is a referral required for wellcare medicaid?
<answer> Yes,  This table tells you whether or not you need permission from  WellCare before you see certain types of providers or receive certain services. <context> Service Authorization and Referral Requirements. This table tells you whether or not you need permission from your primary care provider (PCP) or WellCare before you see certain types of providers or receive certain services. Permission to see providers is called a referral and permission to receive services is called authorization..