A Managed-Care Network of Physicians,hospitals,and Other Health Care Providers That

question 4

Multiple Choice

A managed-care network of physicians,hospitals,and other health care providers that agree to charge pre-established rates for specific services is:

• A) managed care.
• B) fee-for-service.
• C) the preferred-provider organization.
• D) a health maintenance organization.

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Definitions:

Transitional Epithelium

A type of epithelial tissue that can stretch and change its shape, found in areas such as the bladder.

Urinary Bladder

A hollow muscular organ that stores urine from the kidneys before it is excreted through the urethra.

Stratified Squamous

A type of epithelial tissue composed of multiple layers of flat cells, providing protection in areas of high abrasion.

Macula Densa

A group of specialized cells located in the distal convoluted tubule of the kidney, involved in regulating blood pressure and the filtration rate of the kidneys.