A PPO (Preferred Provider Organization) is a network of healthcare providers who have agreed to provide services to members at reduced rates, typically without requiring a primary care physician to authorize access to specialists.

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A PPO Consists of a

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A PPO consists of a

A) participating physician on a capitated basis, and others on a fee-for-service basis.
B) primary physician who serves as the "gatekeeper" and authorizes patient access to specialists and other services as necessary.
C) network of participating hospitals, physicians, medical groups, and other providers who contract with a sponsor.

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