In Which of the Following Ways Do PPOs Differ from HMOs

question 86

Multiple Choice

In which of the following ways do PPOs differ from HMOs?

• A)HMOs provide benefits on a prepaid basis.
• B)PPOs focus on preventive measures and outpatient care.
• C)PPOs aim at providing high quality health services at high costs.
• D)HMOs contract with employees rather than employees.
• E)Physicians are paid on a flat salary basis in PPOs.

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Definitions:

Decentralization

The distribution of decision-making power and responsibility to lower levels within an organization.

Responsibility Accounting Reports

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Lower-Level Managers

Managers who oversee the day-to-day operations within an organization, usually supervising entry-level employees.

Summary Report

A concise document that presents the main findings or results, often without detailed data.