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Quel est le rôle du médecin traitant ?What is the role of the regular doctor (médecin traitant)?

Answer

Il suit votre santé et vous oriente vers d’autres médecins si besoinThey monitor your health and refer you to other doctors if needed

Explanation

Your regular doctor knows your medical history and coordinates your care. They refer you to a specialist if needed, which means better reimbursement.

Source: service-public.gouv.fr – Médecin traitantUpdated 13 October 2026.Official question · answer and translation written by Recite

The 4 options, in French as at the exam

  1. Il fabrique et distribue les cartes VitaleThey make and issue Carte Vitale cards
  2. Il opère uniquement les patients à l’hôpitalThey only operate on patients in hospital
  3. Il fixe le montant des remboursements de santéThey set the amount of health reimbursements
  4. Il suit votre santé et vous oriente vers d’autres médecins si besoinThey monitor your health and refer you to other doctors if needed (Correct answer)

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