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Managed care: a foundation for evolution
C C Boesz1, R C Armstead, B Vladeck
1Health Care Financing Administration, Department of Health and Human Services, Washington, DC, USA.
Health Care Management (Philadelphia, Pa.)
|September 5, 1995
Summary
Managed care organizations (MCOs) have evolved over 30 years. Future success requires addressing physician and consumer expectations for quality and cost.
Area of Science:
- Healthcare Management
- Health Services Research
Background:
- Review of managed care organization (MCO) history over 30 years.
- Analysis encompasses both private and public sector MCOs.
Observation:
- Evaluation of MCO success based on physician and consumer expectations.
- Identification of key areas for future MCO development.
Findings:
- Managed care has a complex 30-year history with varied outcomes.
- Meeting diverse stakeholder expectations remains a challenge for MCOs.
Implications:
- Future MCO strategies must prioritize quality and cost-effectiveness.
- Addressing specific areas is crucial for MCOs to meet future demands.