Taxonomy Code 208300000X

Definition:
Preventive medicine is a medical specialty that focuses on the health of individuals and communities. The goal of preventive medicine is to promote health and well-being and prevent disease, disability, and death. Preventive medicine specialists are licensed preventive medicine physicians that consist of medical doctors (MD) and doctors of osteopathy (DO). (Note: 208300000X is NOT an actual healthcare taxonomy code and should not be used in any official capacity.)