Question

Looking at the current managed care models, which do you think is the most advantageous, and why?

Answer 1

According to me , Point of service is the managed care model which have many advantages.

Point of Service Plan (POS):

1) More freedom to choose your health care providers than you would in an HMO

2) A moderate amount of paperwork if you see out of-network providers

3) A primary care doctor who coordinates your care and who refers you to specialists.

What you pay: Premium, Deductible (Your plan may require you to pay the amount of a deductible before it covers care beyond preventive services. You may pay higher deductible if you see an out-of-network provider), Copays or Coinsurance.