To Create Flexibility in Managed Care Plans, Some HMOs and Preferred

Multiple Choice

To create flexibility in managed care plans, some HMOs and preferred provider organizations have implemented a(n) __________, under which patients have freedom to use the managed care panel of providers or to self-refer to out-of-network providers.

A) independent practice association
B) point-of-service plan
C) preferred provider organization
D) triple option plan