Which of the Following Describes Physician-Induced Demand

question 43

Multiple Choice

Which of the following describes physician-induced demand?

• A) Although physicians do not control health care spending, they generate a demand for specialty services.
• B) Physicians control the availability of health care provided in inner cities and rural areas.
• C) Physicians control the majority of health care spending and are able to generate their own demand for services.
• D) None of the above

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Definitions:

EHR

Electronic Health Records, a digital version of a patient's paper chart, making health information available instantly and securely to authorized users.

Immediately

Without delay or intervention; happening at once.

Meaningful Use

A set of criteria outlining how to use electronic health records effectively to improve patient care and meet specific objectives.

Medicare

In the United States, a national health insurance scheme designed for individuals who are 65 years of age or older, as well as certain younger people who have disabilities.