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Preferred
Preferred (/prɪˈfɜːrd/) is a term often used in the medical field to denote a treatment, medication, or procedure that is generally favored or chosen over others due to its effectiveness, safety, or other beneficial factors.
Etymology
The term "preferred" originates from the Latin word "praeferre", which means "to put before". In the context of medicine, it refers to the act of choosing or favoring one treatment or procedure over others.
Related Terms
- Preference: An individual's or group's liking for one item, idea, or method over others.
- Preferred Drug List: A list of medications that are considered to be the most effective and safe, and are therefore recommended for use.
- Preferred Provider Organization: A type of health insurance plan that allows members to see any doctor or specialist they choose, but offers lower costs if they use providers from their pre-approved list.
- Preferred Risk: In health insurance, a term used to describe an individual who is considered to be at a lower risk for developing certain health conditions and is therefore eligible for lower insurance premiums.
See Also
External links
- Medical encyclopedia article on Preferred
- Wikipedia's article - Preferred
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