How might HMOs be explained?
A. A creative way to ensure hospitals reduce the number of empty beds
B. A group of nurses who focus on health education programs
C. A group practice of physicians who focus on health promotion
D. A network of providers who agree to give certain services for a single fee per person per year
ANS: D
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