In Which of the Following Ways Do PPOs Differ from HMOs

question 76

Multiple Choice

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

• A)PPOs provide benefits on a prepaid basis.
• B)Employees are required to use preselected plan service providers.
• C)PPOs are generally less expensive plans.
• D)PPOs have less in common with traditional fee-for-service plans.
• E)Physicians are paid on a salary basis.

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