prehospital provider

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pre·hos·pi·tal pro·vid·er

(prē-hos'pi-tăl prŏ-vī'dĕr)

One who provides care in case of medical emergency or trauma.
Synonym(s): emergency medical technician, paramedic.

prehospital provider

A health care provider trained and certified or licensed by the state, who practices emergency assessment and care in the out-of-hospital setting.

See: emergency medical technician; first responder; paramedic.

See also: provider

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