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| 13521. MEDICARE HMOs: THE TRACK RECORD SO FAR. Presents an assessment and evaluation of Medicare HMOs versus traditional Medicare fee-for-service programs. Assesses Medicare HMOs in terms of quality of care and outcome studies, cost effectiveness, scope of service, patient access, and patient satisfaction. Discusses major areas of concern and/or gaps in service including HMO selection bias in enrollment and the exclusion of vulnerable groups, prescription drug coverage, coverage for long-term care, and coverage for mental health and Alzheimer's disease. 19 pages, 132 footnotes, 56 bibliographic sources. |
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