Which of the Following Is a Characteristic of Preferred Provider

question 80

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is a characteristic of preferred provider organizations (PPOs) ?

• A)They contract with employees instead of employers.
• B)They do not make contracts with insurance companies.
• C)They provide benefits on a prepaid basis.
• D)Employees often are required to use the preferred providers.
• E)Employers may give incentives for employees to choose a participating physician.

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Definitions:

Flexor Retinaculum

A fibrous band of tissue that holds the tendons of the flexor muscles of the forearm near the wrist, preventing them from bowing outward.

Extensor Aponeurosis

A tough, fibrous tissue that connects the extensor muscles in the hand or foot to the bone, helping to extend the digits.

Pronator Quadratus

A square-shaped muscle on the distal forearm that helps in pronating the forearm.

Semimembranosus

One of the three hamstring muscles located at the back of the thigh, important for thigh extension and knee flexion.