licensed provider
[ˈlaɪsənst prəˈvaɪdər]
nounpl: licensed providers
provedor licenciado
1. A professional or organization that is legally authorized and regulated by government or professional bodies to provide specific services, typically in healthcare, insurance, or utilities
The hospital only accepts licensed providers for specialized surgical procedures.
O hospital apenas aceita provedores licenciados para procedimentos cirúrgicos especializados.
2. In healthcare, a doctor, nurse, therapist, or other medical professional who holds a current valid license to practice medicine
Patients should always verify their doctor is a licensed provider before treatment.
Os pacientes devem sempre verificar se seu médico é um provedor licenciado antes do tratamento.
3. A company or individual authorized to deliver goods or services under legal and regulatory compliance
The insurance company only reimburses treatments performed by licensed providers.
A seguradora apenas reembolsa tratamentos realizados por provedores licenciados.
In the United States, the term 'licensed provider' is critical in healthcare and insurance contexts, where regulatory compliance ensures consumer protection. In Brazil, 'provedor licenciado' is similarly important for medical and professional services regulation, particularly in healthcare (profissões de saúde) where licensing by professional boards like CREFITO, CFMV, or CRM is mandatory. The concept reflects trust and accountability in service delivery across both cultures.
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