Before Incurring the Expense of Assembling a New PPO Network

question 158

Multiple Choice

Before incurring the expense of assembling a new PPO network, the Protect Health Plan conducted a cost analysis in order to determine the cost-effectiveness of renting an existing PPO network instead. In calculating the overall cost of renting the network, Protect assumed a premium of $2.52 per member per month (PMPM) and estimated the total number of members to be 9,000. This information indicates that Protect would calculate its annual network rental cost to be

• A) $42,857
• B) $56,700
• C) $272,160
• D) $680,400

Understand the broad methodology and objectives of psychological research, including the core functions of experimentation and observation.

Recognize the significance of major historical figures and movements in psychology.

Comprehend the ethical considerations in psychological research with both human and animal subjects.

Identify various psychological perspectives and their application to understanding behavior and mental processes.

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Definitions:

Dominating Influence

A stronger or prevailing force that has a significant impact on the actions, behaviors, or thoughts of others; a rephrased definition for Influence emphasizing the aspect of control or preeminence.

Dysfunctional Resistance

Opposition or pushback within an organization that negatively affects its functioning and prevents effective change.

Deferring Responsibility

The act of postponing or avoiding the acceptance of responsibility, typically to evade the consequences or workload.

Constructive Resistance

Opposition or pushback that is aimed at achieving positive change or improvements.