Definition
A physician who focuses on a specific area of medicine, such as cardiology, orthopedics, or dermatology. Specialist visits typically cost more than primary care visits ($250-$500 vs $150-$300). Some insurance plans require a referral from your PCP before seeing a specialist.
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