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In developing a provider network in an large city with a high concentration of young families, the Gypsum Health Plan has set goals focused on the needs of that particular market. The following statements are about this situation. Three of the statements are true, and one of the statements is false. Select the answer choice that contains the FALSE statement.
Suggested Answer: C
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39 comments · newest first
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Peggie
10 months ago
Lower goals in a city? That doesn't add up!
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Millie
10 months ago
Cost-effectiveness benchmarks sound right to me.
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Zena
10 months ago
Not sure about the HMO contracts, seems risky.
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Gianna
10 months ago
I’m not sure about B; using existing networks as a benchmark sounds right, but what if the costs are different in urban areas?
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Staci
10 months ago
I remember discussing how extended office hours are important for young families, so A seems true to me.
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Lennie
11 months ago
Totally agree, that's a smart move.
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Iluminada
11 months ago
Extended office hours are a must for families!
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Reita
11 months ago
C feels off; I thought HMOs were more common in rural settings, but I could be mixing it up with other models.
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Elbert
11 months ago
D seems questionable; I think urban markets usually have higher costs due to demand, so lower goals might not make sense.
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Narcisa
11 months ago
This seems like a good opportunity to apply some of the concepts we've learned about network development and cost-savings strategies. I feel pretty confident I can identify the false statement.
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Chaya
12 months ago
I'm a bit confused by the wording of the statements. I'll need to re-read them a few times to make sure I understand the context and implications.
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Hillary
12 months ago
Okay, let's see. The key is to focus on the needs of young families in this urban area. I think I have a good strategy for figuring this out.
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Carolann
1 year ago
Hmm, I'm a little unsure about this one. I'll need to think through the goals and considerations for developing a provider network in this market.
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Breana
1 year ago
This seems like a pretty straightforward question. I'll need to carefully read through the statements and identify the one that is false.
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Kate
1 year ago
I think I've got a good handle on this. The key is to focus on the needs of young families in a large city. That should help me identify the false statement.
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Von
1 year ago
Okay, let's see. Extended office hours, cost-effectiveness benchmarks, contracting with HMOs - those all sound like reasonable strategies for this market. I'll have to really think about the last option and whether it makes sense.
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Johanna
1 year ago
Hmm, I'm a little unsure about this one. I'll need to think through the goals and needs of the Gypsum Health Plan in this specific market to figure out which statement doesn't fit.
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Vallie
1 year ago
This seems like a pretty straightforward question. I'll need to carefully analyze each statement to determine which one is false.
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Terina
1 year ago
I bet Gypsum is wishing they had a crystal ball to see which providers offer the best 'play area' amenities for the kids. That's the real key to success in this market!
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Terrilyn
1 year ago
Lowering cost-savings goals in this market? That's like asking a toddler to eat broccoli - it's just not going to happen!
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Glendora
1 year ago
D) Gypsum most likely should set lower cost-savings goals in this market than it would in a rural market with few young families.
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Annett
1 year ago
C) Gypsum will most likely attempt to contract with HMOs.
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Leanora
1 year ago
B) Gypsum can use the cost-effectiveness of its own existing networks as a benchmark for its cost-savings goals in this market.
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Rosio
1 year ago
A) Gypsum should attempt to recruit providers who offer extended office hours.
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Lazaro
1 year ago
Contracting with HMOs? Sounds like Gypsum is really thinking outside the box. I wonder if they'll offer free ice cream with every visit?
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Remona
1 year ago
Using Gypsum's existing cost-effective networks as a benchmark is a great way to set realistic cost-savings goals.
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Shannan
1 year ago
C) Gypsum will most likely attempt to contract with HMOs.
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Maddie
1 year ago
C) Gypsum will most likely attempt to contract with HMOs.
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Elmira
1 year ago
B) Gypsum can use the cost-effectiveness of its own existing networks as a benchmark for its cost-savings goals in this market.
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Tammara
1 year ago
A) Gypsum should attempt to recruit providers who offer extended office hours.
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Ahmed
1 year ago
B) Gypsum can use the cost-effectiveness of its own existing networks as a benchmark for its cost-savings goals in this market.
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Matilda
1 year ago
A) Gypsum should attempt to recruit providers who offer extended office hours.
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Lettie
2 years ago
Recruiting providers with extended office hours is definitely a smart move for Gypsum in this market. Young families need that convenience.
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Catherin
1 year ago
C) Gypsum will most likely attempt to contract with HMOs.
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Latia
1 year ago
B) Gypsum can use the cost-effectiveness of its own existing networks as a benchmark for its cost-savings goals in this market.
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Rozella
1 year ago
A) Gypsum should attempt to recruit providers who offer extended office hours.
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Ciara
2 years ago
Hmm, that's an interesting point. I see where you're coming from. Let's see what others think.
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Shawnda
2 years ago
I disagree, I believe the false statement is D) Gypsum most likely should set lower cost-savings goals in this market than it would in a rural market with few young families.
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Ciara
2 years ago
I think the false statement is C) Gypsum will most likely attempt to contract with HMOs.