Health Maintenance Organization
/ˈhɛlθ ˈmeɪntənəns ˌɔːrɡənaɪˈzeɪʃən/
Definitions
- (n.) A managed care organization that provides health insurance coverage through a network of designated providers for preventive and primary health care services.
The patient was required to use physicians within the health maintenance organization to have her costs covered.
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- health maintenance organization
- health maintenance organizations
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Commentary
In legal documents, ensure clarity by specifying the HMO's scope, provider network, and cost-sharing terms to avoid ambiguity in coverage and liability.
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