A mandatory second surgical opinion provision typically requires the insured to do which one of...

A second surgical opinion provision in health insurance policies typically requires the insured to seek a second opinion before undergoing certain elective surgeries. This provision is meant to ensure that the surgery is medically necessary and that there are no alternative treatments. The cost of the second opinion may or may not be covered depending on the policy, but the key requirement is that a second opinion must be obtained for elective procedures.