AHIP AHM-510 Exam - Topic 5 Question 43 Discussion

Actual exam question for AHIP's AHM-510 exam

Question #: 43
Topic #: 5

Certificate of need (CON) laws apply to health plans in a variety of ways, depending upon the state. By definition, CON laws are laws that are designed to

ARegulate the construction, renovation, and acquisition of healthcare facilities as well as the purchase of major medical equipment in a geographical area

BProtect commerce from unlawful restraint of trade, price discrimination, price fixing, reduced competition, and monopolies

CDetermine benefit payments when a person is covered by more than one plan, such as two group health plans

DLicense and regulate health plans that wish to establish and operate an HMO

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by Melodie at May 08, 2022, 12:06 AM

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Lynelle

6 months ago

I thought CON laws were just for hospitals, not equipment too!

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Latia

6 months ago

Yep, they help prevent monopolies in the healthcare market.

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Nathan

7 months ago

Wait, are these laws really effective? Seems like a lot of red tape.

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Amber

7 months ago

Totally agree, it's all about managing resources in healthcare!

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Kanisha

7 months ago

CON laws regulate healthcare facility construction and major equipment purchases.

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Nida

7 months ago

I've worked with Exadata before, so I think I've got a good handle on this. The dedicated backup network and using the Recovery Appliance seem like the two best practices to highlight.

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Lettie

7 months ago

I think the key here is to focus on best practices that improve the user experience and engagement. Mobile optimization and a clear call-to-action seem like the obvious choices.

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