what the heck are managed health care plans?

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WHAT THE HECK ARE Managed Health Care Plans?

Managed Care Plans : 

HealthCompare.org What are Managed Care Plans? They consist of a network of doctors and hospitals, or “providers.” You must choose among the providers in their network. You can only receive the benefits of the discounts negotiated with specific doctor, hospitals, and health care providers in their network. Managed Care Plans

Three Common Types ofManaged Care Plans : 

HealthCompare.org HMOs: Health Maintenance Organizations PPOs: Preferred Provider Organizations POS: Point of Service Plans We’ll focus on the first two… Three Common Types ofManaged Care Plans

Remember, No two plans are exactly alike : 

HealthCompare.org Remember, No two plans are exactly alike

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HMO (Health Maintenance Organization) Insurance company determines care provider May be limited with coverage area or available doctors Limited number of specialists Typically limited care options PPO (Preferred Provider Organization) You determine care provider Typically national coverage Options for any specialist Options for best available care = = What is an HMO vs. a PPO? HealthCompare.org HMO P O P

What are HMOs? : 

HealthCompare.org They often require you to see a provider within the network and to obtain referrals from a primary care physician. These restrictions help to control costs. What are HMOs?

What are HMOs? : 

HealthCompare.org If you decide that an HMO is the right plan for you, don’t forget to keep asking questions. HealthCompare helps you to compare similar plans to find the perfect one for you. What are HMOs?

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