Capitation
/ˌkæpɪˈteɪʃən/
Definitions
- (n.) A payment arrangement where a fixed amount is paid per person enrolled, regardless of services used, commonly in health care contracts.
The health insurer agreed to a capitation model to control costs.
- (n.) A historical tax levied as a fixed sum on each liable individual, often known as head tax.
The colonial government imposed a capitation tax on all adult males.
Forms
- capitation
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Commentary
In legal contexts, 'capitation' most notably refers to payment methods in health care but also denotes a form of tax; clarity depends on context.
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