Lack of insurance, uninsured populations, and uncompensated care are covered by charging more to those who can pay. This practice is referred to as:
a. charity.
b. cost shifting.
c. price sharing.
d. governmental reimbursement.
ANS: B
Correct: Cost shifting occurs when providers increase their charges against households and public and private insurers who pay for their own care while making some contribution to the care of the uninsured population.
Incorrect:
a. Charity is the donation or benevolent gift of money or tangible goods or services.
c. Price sharing is not a standard term related to lack of insurance, uninsured populations, or uncompensated care.
d. Governmental reimbursement is received when the government actually remits money to providers for services rendered.
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