When a Private Hospital Sends Unprofitable Patients to a Public

question 6

Multiple Choice

When a private hospital sends unprofitable patients to a public hospital, this is an example of

• A) medicalization.
• B) dumping.
• C) defensive medicine.
• D) depersonalization.

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Definitions:

Co-insurance Clause

A provision in an insurance policy stating that the insurer and the insured will share losses covered by the policy in a specified ratio.

Fireproof

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Insured

The individual or entity covered by an insurance policy, who is entitled to benefits in case of a covered loss.

Insurance Agent

A professional authorized to sell and advise on insurance policies, acting as an intermediary between insurers and policyholders.