Primary Care, Glossary and Terms, Medical Centers, Hospitals, Emergency Services
"Primary Care"
Basic or general health care usually rendered by general practitioners, family practitioners, internists, obstetricians and pediatricians -- who are often referred to as primary care practitioners or PCPs. Professional and related services administered by an internist, family practitioner, obstetrician-gynecologist or pediatrician in an ambulatory setting, with referral to secondary care specialists, as necessary.
Hospitals glossary, terms and abbreviations by letter