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Acronyms, acronyms...
by Estar Acosta, FAC Administrator

Estar Acosta

Many people are confused about all the acronyms now associated with current healthcare systems. Below I have listed some general insurance terminology you will need to know when discussing insurance with your care providers.

If you would like to see more of this type of information, or you found this information helpful, please email me.


PCP = Primary Care Physician

HMO = Health Maintenance Organization
Patients have to choose a PCP and coordinate all care through their PCP with contracted providers on the plan.

EPO = Exclusive Provider Organization
Patients have to choose a PCP and coordinate all care through their PCP with contracted providers on the plan.

POS = Point of Service
Patients have the choice to choose a PCP and coordinate all care through their PCP with contracted providers on the plan for maximum benefits, or can choose to go outside the network and receive reduced benefits.

PPO = Preferred Provider Organization
Patients have the choice to go to contracted providers on the plan for maximum benefits, or to go outside the network and receive reduced benefits.

NOTE - The insurance information provided in no way represents a guarantee of payment. The benefits quoted are based on information obtained from your insurance company. Benefits for any claim will be provided according to the patient's eligibility, the provision of the law, regulations and instructions from the Health Care Financing Administration at the time of claim submission.



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