This paper aims to describe the response capacity of primary care to meet the needs that patients with somatoform disorders. Knowing the type of care delivered and the perception that these patients have about the care provided. The sample consists of 25 patients from three primary care centers in the commune of Chillán. Patients perceive that their health claims are resolved only sometimes in the primary care center, despite considerable human resource costs, and drug tests. The results are discussed in relation to the limitations presented and projections.