Match these types of physicians with the description of the services each provides.

-Provider who is the medical staff member legally responsible for the care and treatment given to a patient.
A)Attending physician
B)Consulting physician
C)Ordering physician
D)Referring physician
E)Treating or performing physician

Question

Match these types of physicians with the description of the services each provides.

-Provider who is the medical staff member legally responsible for the care and treatment given to a patient.
A)Attending physician
B)Consulting physician
C)Ordering physician
D)Referring physician
E)Treating or performing physician

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

An attending physician is the medical staff member who is legally responsible for the care and treatment given to a patient.

Answer: B
 A consulting physician provides an expert opinion or advice on a specific medical condition, but is not responsible for the ongoing care and treatment of the patient.

Answer: C
 An ordering physician is the medical staff member who initiates diagnostic or therapeutic services for a patient, such as ordering tests or medications.

Answer: D
 A referring physician directs a patient to another healthcare provider for specialized care or treatment.

Answer: E
 A treating or performing physician provides medical care directly to the patient, such as performing a surgery or providing ongoing treatment of a medical condition.

Match These Types of Physicians with the Description of the Services