preferred-provider organization
[ pri-furd-pruh-vahy-der ]
/ prɪˈfɜrd prəˈvaɪ dər /
noun
a comprehensive health-care plan offered to corporate employees that allows them to choose their own physicians and hospitals within certain limits. Abbreviation: PPO
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Medical definitions for preferred provider organization
preferred provider organization
[ prĭ′fûrd′ ]
n.
A medical insurance plan in which members receive more coverage if they choose health care providers approved by or affiliated with the plan.