Service Intensity May Be the Most Important Cause of Higher

question 27

Multiple Choice

Service intensity may be the most important cause of higher health care costs because

• A)new drugs can treat conditions formerly requiring surgery
• B)the system of payment procedures is an incentive
• C)doctor can perform more non-invasive procedures
• D)B and C
• E)all of the above

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