Abstract
The purpose of this article is to present a model for equitable distribution of orthopedic contact capitation payments. This model accounts for services covered, patient severity of illness, patient age, and condition prevalence.
MeSH terms
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Capitation Fee*
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Cost Allocation / methods
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Cost of Illness*
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Episode of Care
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Fee-for-Service Plans
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Health Services Research / organization & administration
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Humans
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Models, Econometric
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Musculoskeletal Diseases / classification
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Musculoskeletal Diseases / economics
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Musculoskeletal Diseases / therapy
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Orthopedics / economics*
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Physician Incentive Plans
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Relative Value Scales*
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Salaries and Fringe Benefits
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Severity of Illness Index
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United States