A family physician,internist,obstetrician-gynecologist,or pediatrician who is usually the patient's first contact for healthcare defines a/an:
A) participating provider.
B) initial provider.
C) primary care physician.
D) principal provider.

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A primary care physician is the first point of contact for healthcare for most patients, and includes family physicians, internists, obstetrician-gynecologists, and pediatricians. They provide preventive care, diagnose and treat common illnesses, and refer patients to specialists when necessary. Participating provider and principal provider are not commonly used terms in healthcare, and initial provider does not accurately describe the role of a primary care physician.

A Family Physician,internist,obstetrician-Gynecologist,or Pediatrician Who Is Usually the Patient's First