A physician who coordinates a patient's care and refers patients to specialists is a(n):

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A primary care physician (PCP) is a physician who coordinates a patient's care and refers patients to specialists. PCPs are often referred to as "gatekeepers" because they are typically the first point of contact for a patient seeking medical care. They are responsible for monitoring and managing a patient's overall health, and for referring patients to specialists when necessary. The other answer choices are not accurate descriptions of this role.

A Physician Who Coordinates a Patient's Care and Refers Patients