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Health Insurance And Managed Care: What They Are And How They Work
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Health Insurance And Managed Care: What They Are And How They Work (Formerly Titled Managed Care: What It Is And How It Works) Is A Concise Introduction To The Foundations Of The American Managed Health Care System. Written In Clear And Accessible Language, This Handy Guide Offers An Historical Overview Of Managed Care And Then Walks The Reader Through The Organizational Structures, Concepts, And Practices Of The Managed Care Industry.The Fourth Edition Is A Thorough Update That Addresses The Impact Of The Affordable Care Act Throughout The Industry Including: New Underwriting Requirements New Marketing And Sales Channels Limitations On Sales, Governance, And Administrative (Sg&A) Costs And Profits New Provider Organizations Such As Patient Centered Medical Homes (Pchms) And Accountable Care Organizations (Acos) New Payment Mechanisms Such As Shared Savings With Acos, And Severityadjusted Diagnosis Related Groups Changes To Medicare Advantage Medicaid Expansion And Reliance On Medicaid Managed Care
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of the book 'Health Insurance and Managed Care: What They Are and How They Work'? A: The book provides a concise introduction to the foundations of the American managed health care system, covering its historical overview, organizational structures, and practices.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of the book is Peter R. Kongstvedt.
- Q: What is new in the Fourth Edition of this book? A: The Fourth Edition includes updates on the Affordable Care Act, new underwriting requirements, marketing channels, and payment mechanisms, among other changes.
- Q: How many pages does the book have? A: The book has a total of 398 pages.
- Q: What type of binding does this book have? A: The book is available in paperback binding.
- Q: In what condition is the book being sold? A: The book is being sold in 'Good' condition.
- Q: When was the book published? A: The book was published on April 10, 2015.
- Q: Is this book suitable for beginners in health insurance? A: Yes, the book is written in clear and accessible language, making it suitable for beginners and those unfamiliar with managed care.
- Q: Does the book discuss recent changes in Medicare and Medicaid? A: Yes, it addresses changes to Medicare Advantage, Medicaid expansion, and the reliance on Medicaid managed care.
- Q: What are some specific topics covered in the book? A: The book covers topics such as new provider organizations, shared savings payment mechanisms, and limitations on sales and administrative costs.