Private
Private (medical term)
Private (pronounced: /ˈpraɪvɪt/) is a term often used in the medical field to refer to private healthcare or private medical practices.
Etymology
The term "private" originates from the Latin word "privatus" meaning "withdrawn from public life", a personal or secret matter. In the context of healthcare, it refers to medical services that are not funded by the government or public sector.
Definition
In the medical context, private refers to healthcare services that are not funded by the government. These services are typically paid for by the patient or through private health insurance. Private healthcare can include a wide range of services, from primary care to specialist treatments.
Related Terms
- Private Practice: A practice where a licensed professional provides services to patients on a private basis, often in a privately owned facility.
- Private Health Insurance: A type of insurance that covers the cost of an individual's healthcare and is paid for through monthly premiums.
- Private Hospital: A hospital that is owned and operated by a private entity rather than a government.
- Private Patient: A patient who chooses to use private healthcare services and pays for them either out-of-pocket or through private health insurance.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Private
- Wikipedia's article - Private
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