In Examining Accountability in the Current Managed Care Environment, One

question 73

Multiple Choice

In examining accountability in the current managed care environment, one is likely to find that combinations of various models of accountability are in operation. Under one model of accountability, the primary mechanisms for accountability are the mechanisms of the marketplace-failure to meet standards will result in a loss of demand for services. By definition, this model of accountability is called the

• A) Professional model of accountability
• B) Political model of accountability
• C) Due diligence model of accountability
• D) Economic model of accountability

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Definitions:

Feedback

Information provided as a response to a process or activity, intended to guide future improvement or decisions.

Informal Communication Channel

Unofficial paths of message exchange not defined by organizational structure, relying on social networks and personal relationships among members.

High-context Cultures

Cultures in which communication relies heavily on the context and non-verbal cues rather than just the words used, necessitating a deeper understanding of interpersonal relations and norms.

Nonverbal Cues

Communication signals other than words, such as gestures, facial expressions, and body language, which convey messages.