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HMO (Health Maintenance Organization)

A type of health plan that requires you to choose a primary care physician (PCP) who coordinates your care and provides referrals to specialists. HMOs generally do not cover out-of-network care except in emergencies.

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Related Terms

PPO (Preferred Provider Organization)Provider Network (In-Network vs Out-of-Network)Referral (Specialist Referral)
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