What has been one of the main issues in Massachusetts since the implementation of the health plan in that state?

a. A large proportion of the population remains uninsured
b. Physicians have left the state in large numbers
c. Emergency department utilization has continued to rise
d. Health disparities have increased among minority groups


C

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Fill in the blank(s) with the appropriate word(s).

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