To Create Flexibility in Managed Care Plans, Some HMOs and Preferred

question 47

Multiple Choice

To create flexibility in managed care plans, some HMOs and preferred provider organizations have implemented a(n) __________, under which patients have freedom to use the managed care panel of providers or to self-refer to out-of-network providers.

• A) independent practice association
• B) point-of-service plan
• C) preferred provider organization
• D) triple option plan

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