EBK HEALTH ECONOMICS AND POLICY
7th Edition
ISBN: 9781337668279
Author: Henderson
Publisher: YUZU
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Chapter 8, Problem 3QAP
To determine
To describe the key characteristics of health maintenance organization and how it differs from other insurers operating in the health care industry.
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Health insurance is a
What type of insurance plan does this insured hold ?
O. Health Maintenance Organization
O. Preferred Provider Organization
O. Physician Hospital Organization
O. Exclusive Provider Organization
How can insurance companies offer a guarantee to pay for certain medical expenses? How do they determine the appropriate premium to charge?
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