A Pediatrician’s Guide to Managed Care

The recent, rapid growth of HMOs, PPOs, and other managed care systems makes it imperative that physicians stay abreast of current issues and policies as this health care delivery model becomes more dominant. This 2001 edition contains new and updated information to assist the pediatrician in understanding how managed care works, how it impacts the pediatrics practice, and how to develop a strategic approach to managed care that is consistent with the physician’s own professional goals.