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Case Management: Insurance and Reimbursement Basics

Insurance plan types, prior authorization, and reimbursement models tested on the CCM certification exam.

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What is an HMO (Health Maintenance Organization) plan known for requiring?
A primary care physician (PCP) referral to see specialists, with little to no out-of-network coverage
Does a PPO (Preferred Provider Organization) plan require a PCP referral to see a specialist?
No, referrals are not required
What happens if a PPO member sees an out-of-network provider?
The plan still covers care, but at a higher cost share than in-network
What is a key feature of an EPO (Exclusive Provider Organization) plan?
It covers only in-network care, except in emergencies, but usually does not require referrals
What best describes a POS (Point of Service) plan?
A hybrid plan requiring PCP referrals like an HMO, but allowing out-of-network care at higher cost like a PPO
What is a High Deductible Health Plan (HDHP) typically paired with?
A Health Savings Account (HSA)
What is an indemnity (fee-for-service) health plan?
A plan that lets the member see any provider and reimburses a set percentage of billed charges
Define deductible in health insurance.
The amount a member must pay out of pocket before the insurance plan begins to pay
Define copayment (copay).
A fixed dollar amount a member pays for a covered service at the time of care
Define coinsurance.
The percentage of a covered service's cost that the member pays after meeting the deductible
Define out-of-pocket maximum.
The most a member has to pay for covered services in a plan year, after which the plan pays 100 percent
Define premium in health insurance.
The amount paid, usually monthly, to keep a health insurance policy active
Define prior authorization.
Approval from the health plan required before a specific service, procedure, or medication will be covered
What is the main purpose of prior authorization?
To confirm medical necessity and control costs before a service is rendered
In ____, a case manager evaluates the medical necessity of care while the patient is still receiving treatment, such as during a hospital stay.
concurrent review

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