Q: Are there other HMO restrictions or incentives for doctors to ration health care?
A: Some HMOs give doctors incentives and bonuses for not ordering tests or referring patients to specialists.
Williamson & Lavecchia, L.C.
6800 Paragon Place
Suite 233
Richmond, VA 23230-1652
Phone: (804) 288-1661
Fax: (804) 282-1766
FAQs
Managed Care Abuse & Insurance Company Misconduct
- What is ERISA and how does it relate to my health insurance?
- What is utilization review?
- Are there other HMO restrictions or incentives for doctors to ration health care?
- What is capitation and how might it affect the care I receive from my primary care physician?
- What is a PPO and how does it differ from an HMO?