A client expresses concern that health care coverage based on capitation may have negative side effects. Which of the following would most likely be a consequence of capitation?

a. Coercing clients to attend health promotion education classes
b. Encouraging clients to seek care elsewhere
c. Increasing the number of interventions to maximize payment
d. Neglecting to order certain tests or treatment to minimize cost to the provider


ANS: D

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