### Question
How does Miscellaneous Provisions define physicians’ services?


### Answer
Under *42 U.S.C. § 1395x*, **physicians’ services** is defined as:

> professional services performed by physicians, including surgery, consultation, and home, office, and institutional calls (but not including services described in subsection (b)(6) of this section)

#### Citation:
  - *42 U.S.C. § 1395x*
  - Heading: **CHAPTER 7-SOCIAL SECURITY > SUBCHAPTER XVIII-HEALTH INSURANCE FOR AGED AND DISABLED > Part D-Miscellaneous Provisions**

