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How do Health Maintenance Organizations (HMOs) control healthcare costs compared to Preferred Provider Organizations (PPOs)?
How do Health Maintenance Organizations (HMOs) control healthcare costs compared to Preferred Provider Organizations (PPOs)?
- By requiring referrals from a primary care physician and limiting provider networks. (correct)
- By directly reimbursing specialists for services rendered.
- By eliminating the need for primary care physician (PCP) referrals.
- By offering a wider range of provider choices and covering out-of-network care at higher costs.
A 70-year-old individual with Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS) is seeking health insurance coverage. Which part(s) of Medicare would be MOST applicable to their healthcare needs?
A 70-year-old individual with Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS) is seeking health insurance coverage. Which part(s) of Medicare would be MOST applicable to their healthcare needs?
- Parts A, B, and D (correct)
- Part A only
- Parts A and D
- Part B only
Which statement accurately differentiates between the eligibility criteria for Medicare and Medicaid?
Which statement accurately differentiates between the eligibility criteria for Medicare and Medicaid?
- Medicare is exclusively for veterans, while Medicaid is for low-income families.
- Medicare is a federal program, while Medicaid is managed exclusively by state governments.
- Medicare eligibility is primarily based on age or disability status, while Medicaid eligibility is primarily based on income level and family size. (correct)
- Medicare eligibility is primarily based on income level, while Medicaid eligibility is based on age.
A veteran seeks healthcare coverage for a chronic condition developed after active duty. How does VA coverage differ from Tricare in this scenario?
A veteran seeks healthcare coverage for a chronic condition developed after active duty. How does VA coverage differ from Tricare in this scenario?
What is a primary goal of managed care systems, such as HMOs and PPOs, in delivering healthcare services?
What is a primary goal of managed care systems, such as HMOs and PPOs, in delivering healthcare services?
Flashcards
Managed Care
Managed Care
A system that aims to control healthcare costs by managing access to services and negotiating prices.
PPO (Preferred Provider Organization)
PPO (Preferred Provider Organization)
More choice of doctors, but you pay more if you go outside the plan's network.
HMO (Health Maintenance Organization)
HMO (Health Maintenance Organization)
Requires a referral from a primary care doctor to see a specialist; often has a limited network.
Medicare
Medicare
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Medicaid
Medicaid
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Study Notes
- Managed care limits unnecessary medical procedures.
- Managed care utilizes primary care physicians (PCPs) as gatekeepers to manage referrals to specialists.
- Managed care encourages cost-effective healthcare practices.
Managed Care Products
- Preferred Provider Organizations (PPOs) offer more choices in providers.
- PPOs have higher costs for out-of-network care.
- Health Maintenance Organizations (HMOs) require referrals from a PCP to see a specialist.
- HMOs have limited networks of providers.
Medicare
- Medicare eligibility includes individuals aged 65 and older.
- Medicare eligibility includes those with specific disabilities like End-Stage Renal Disease (ESRD) and Amyotrophic Lateral Sclerosis (ALS).
Medicare Parts
- Part A covers inpatient hospital stays and skilled nursing.
- Part B covers outpatient care and physical therapy (PT).
- Part C, also known as Medicare Advantage, offers managed care plan options.
- Part D provides prescription drug coverage.
Medicaid
- Medicaid is jointly funded by the federal and state governments.
- Medicaid is for individuals with low incomes.
- Eligibility varies depending on income, family size, and individual state regulations.
- Medicaid covers essential services.
- Covered essential services include hospital visits, nursing home care, and outpatient services.
Veterans Affairs (VA) vs. Tricare
- VA coverage is for veterans who served on active duty.
- Tricare provides health coverage for military personnel and their families.
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Description
Understanding managed care models like PPOs and HMOs, including their features and limitations. Exploring Medicare eligibility criteria and coverage through Parts A, B, C, and D for hospital, outpatient, managed care and prescription drug benefits.
