### Question
How does Supplementary Medical Insurance Benefits for Aged and Disabled define physician" means a physician described in section 1395x(r)(1) of this title and the term "primary care physician?


### Answer
Under *42 U.S.C. § 1395l*, **physician" means a physician described in section 1395x(r)(1) of this title and the term "primary care physician** is defined as:

> a physician who is identified in the available data as a general practitioner, family practice practitioner, general internist, or obstetrician or gynecologist

#### Citation:
  - *42 U.S.C. § 1395l*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 7-SOCIAL SECURITY > SUBCHAPTER XVIII-HEALTH INSURANCE FOR AGED AND DISABLED > Part B-Supplementary Medical Insurance Benefits for Aged and Disabled**

