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forerunner of today's managed care plans?
enrollment in managed care plans increased dramatically throughout the 1990s. In 1999, more than 107 million people were enrolled in one of four types of managed care plans
Enrollment in managed care plans appeals to members because it can provide savings over traditional indemnity insurance plans, which typically serve the singular function of claims reimbursement.
Lots of companies provide health care plans. Major companies such as Target and Macys offer plans. Government offices also offer plans to fit the workers needs.
The four types of managed care plans are health maintenance organizations (HMOs), preferred provider organizations (PPOs), exclusive provider organizations (EPOs), and point-of-service plans (POS).
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Pharmacy-benefits management firms, or PBMs, are essentially intermediaries that negotiate discounts with pharmaceutical companies for large employers and managed-care insurers or health plans.
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Charles G. Benda has written: 'Managed Care Law' 'Managed care and the law' -- subject(s): Medical personnel, Risk management, Managed care plans (Medical care), Malpractice, Tort liability of managed care plans, Law and legislation, Health facilities
Companies that offer life insurance plans include many popular, well known companies, as well as smaller companies. These companies are: Progressive, Aflac, and Lifequote.
Colodia Owens has written: 'Managed Care Organizations' -- subject(s): Managed Care Programs, Managed care plans (Medical care)