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

-Provider who renders a service 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 renders a service to a patient.
A)Attending physician
B)Consulting physician
C)Ordering physician
D)Referring physician
E)Treating or performing physician

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The treating or performing physician is the one who directly provides a service to the patient, such as performing surgery or prescribing medication.

Answer: A
 The attending physician is the primary doctor who has overall responsibility for a patient's care during a hospital stay.

Answer: B
 The consulting physician is a specialist who is called in to provide expertise on a specific medical issue or condition.

Answer: C
 The ordering physician is the one who orders tests or procedures for the patient, but may not necessarily be the one who directly provides the service.

Answer: D
 The referring physician is the one who sends a patient to another doctor or specialist for evaluation or treatment.

Match These Types of Physicians with the Description of the Services