The Main Problem of Fee-For-Service Is That Doctors Have an Incentive

question 64

Multiple Choice

The main problem of fee-for-service is that doctors have an incentive to:

• A) overcharge the insurance company.
• B) limit medical procedures.
• C) decrease office hours.
• D) have patients return for unnecessary visits.

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Definitions:

Special Causes

In the context of quality control, special causes refer to sources of variation that are not inherent to the process but arise due to external factors or irregular occurrences.

Process Capability

Process capability refers to the ability of a process to produce output within specified limits.

Design Specifications

Detailed information that outlines the requirements, attributes, and constraints of a design project to ensure its successful completion.

Natural Variation

Refers to the inherent fluctuations in processes and measurements that occur even under stable conditions.