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Board Certified

This indicates that a physician has completed training or an evaluation process approved by the American Board of Medical Specialties. The process might include exams to test the knowledge, skills, and experience needed to deliver quality care in a specific specialty.

Note: These definitions are provided only to give you a general understanding of how these words are sometimes used by health insurance companies. Please refer to your coverage documents for a complete list of defined terms that apply to your specific coverage.
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