Do HMOs make a difference? Use of health services

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The effects of health maintenance organizations on patients' use of hospital care, preventive health care, ambulatory care and surgery are analyzed. Additional information on impact of HMOs on specialized health care services is also included.

Usage, Hospitalization, Preventive health services, Preventive medicine, Ambulatory medical care, Ambulatory care, Hospital care

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Do HMOs make a difference? Summary and implications

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HMOs' effect on access to health care of HMO and non-HMO enrollees is analyzed. Additional information on access to primary care and use of costly health care is also included.

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Long-term care over an uncertain future: what can current retiree expect?

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A study using simulation methods to assess the long-term care requirement of baby boomers and financial implications thereof is presented.

Forecasts, trends, outlooks, Health aspects, Economic aspects, Forecasts and trends, Market trend/market analysis, Baby boom generation, Long-term care of the sick, Long term care

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