Answer the following statements true (T) or false (F)

1. ACOs are a group of insurance providers.
2. A managed care contract that involves payment through capitation provides incentives for
physicians to emphasize preventive care.
3. Most managed care contracts allow an unlimited time frame for submitting claims.
4. Under an ACO contract physicians receive a fee for each service they perform.
5. Under an ACO the member can use any doctor or hospital that accepts Medicare.


1. FALSE
2. TRUE
3. FALSE
4. FALSE
5. TRUE

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