A patient receiving mental health services complains about having to get a referral from a primary care physician in order to obtain mental health services
The nurse should explain to the patient that this is a cost control practice used in managed care that is described as: a. gatekeeping.
b. utilization review.
c. case management.
d. preadmission certification.
A
Gatekeeping is a process that limits direct access to specialists, hospitals, and expensive procedures. Patients select a primary care provider who manages everyday care and is a gatekeeper for referral to other health care providers.
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