Medicare HMOs: Making Them Work for the Chronically IllThe lure of reduced costs & improved health outcomes has spurred the Medicare managed care movement. But will these desired outcomes be achieved? This book explores the role of HMOs in Medicare & the implications it has on the health of the chronically ill. Includes suggested strategies for oversight & regulation of Medicare HMOs. |
Contents
Introduction and Overview | 1 |
The Problem of Selection in Medicare RiskContract HMOs | 9 |
Paying Plans to Care for People with Chronic Illness | 27 |
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