Business values that are being incorporated in medical practices as a result of managed care include a(n):
A. emphasis on the doctor–patient relationship.
B. return to fee-for-service payments.
C. focus on efficiency, cost reduction, and profit.
D. focus on administrative requirements and paperwork.
Answer: focus on efficiency, cost reduction, and profit.
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