The Complexity of the Healthcare Environment for Consumers Is Increased

question 16

Multiple Choice

The complexity of the healthcare environment for consumers is increased by:

• A)Falling levels of education among the public.
• B)Increased levels of poverty.
• C)Complex compensatory systems and a variety of delivery systems.
• D)Increased numbers of uninsured or underinsured.

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