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Chelseaamend

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Discuss pros and cons of managed care.

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Discuss the concept of being an active health care consumer, including some key attitudes and behaviors.



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Answer to Question 1

Managed care companies are for-profit ventures.
Outlays must be below the capitated level.
Medical services can be restricted.
Physicianpatient relationship can be compromised.
Physician can opt for bonus rather than giving the highest level of care.
Defenders of managed care say there is more preventative care.
Low or no deductibles.
More plans are offering wider choice of HCPs.
More plans are rewarding doctors for achieving higher ratings by patients.

Answer to Question 2

Regularly consider your health needs and plan ahead to meet them.
Get regular medical exams.
Make arrangements for health insurance or arrangements to afford potential health costs.
Know what to do in a health emergency.
Know when to seek medical help.
Establish a relationship with a primary HCP and other HCPs as needed.
Act early on signs and symptoms of a health problem.




Chelseaamend

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Reply 2 on: Jul 11, 2018
Wow, this really help


Laurenleakan

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Reply 3 on: Yesterday
Thanks for the timely response, appreciate it

 

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