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The main doctor who manages your overall health care and refers you to specialists when needed. Some Medicare Advantage HMO plans require you to choose a PCP and get referrals from them before seeing a specialist.
Also known as: PCP, Primary care doctor
A written order from your primary care provider authorizing you to see a specialist or get certain health care services. HMO-type Medicare Advantage plans typically require referrals; PPOs and Original Medicare do not.
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