The economic survival of pediatric practice

Hirsch, A.T.

Pediatrics 96(4 Part 2) 825-829; Discussion: 829-831

1995


ISSN/ISBN: 0031-4005
PMID: 7567365
Document Number: 448586
Many aspects of pediatric practice in the future are unclear. Among them is how pediatricians will be reimbursed. Based on trends established during the past 10 years, capitation is a likely mechanism. The advantages and disadvantages of capitation as a reimbursement mechanism--particularly as it compares with fee for service--are discussed, and a simplified description of how capitation rates are set is included.

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