b. Specific services that are omitted from a general arrangement and paid on
a separate basis correct answers1) In looking at physician compensation
arrangements, a "carve out" can be described as:
a. Services that are reduced through a leveling of the PMPM
b.Specific services that are omitted from a general arrangement and paid
on a separate basis
c.Reduced reimbursement for services considered unnecessary by
primary care physicians
d. Specialists that are offered a discounted annual payment for certain
services
d. There is competition between several suppliers with proven
performance and reputation correct answers2) When contracting for
services, an organization typically finds the best value when:
e. The organization creates an internal auditor position to oversee the
service
f. A board member negotiates for discounted services
g.The organization allows the prospective supplier to develop the
contractual service expectations
h.There is competition between several suppliers with proven
performance and reputation
d. Qualitative techniques correct answers3) When data is scarce, the best
method of forecasting is to use:
i. Computer-based simulations methods
j. Time series analysis
k. Econometric forecasting
l. Qualitative techniques
c. The program will consume a disproportionate amount of management
time and delay the search for a replacement correct answers4) Most
products and services enter a period of decline. Unless compelling reasons
prevail, continuing a declining product or service is costly because:
m.Increased turnover of personnel will occur
n.Continuation will set an undesirable precedent concerned with
maintaining the status quo
o.The program will consume a disproportionate amount of management
time and delay the search for a replacement
p. The organization will be perceived as being insensitive to the marketplace
c. Key executives, after receiving recommendations from the heads of
operating divisions and key physician leaders correct answers5) Before
submitting a business plan for a new clinical service line to the governing
body, the plan should be developed by: