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Has managed care lost its soul?

J Greene

    Hospitals & Health Networks
    |May 20, 1997
    PubMed
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    Managed care evolved from a social movement to a corporate entity. This transformation troubles many original managed care pioneers who recall its idealistic beginnings.

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    Area of Science:

    • Health Services Research
    • Public Health Policy
    • Healthcare Management

    Background:

    • Managed care originated as a social movement with idealistic goals.
    • The healthcare landscape has shifted significantly due to market competition.
    • Early health plans prioritized patient welfare over corporate profit.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To analyze the transformation of managed care.
    • To understand the reasons behind the shift from idealistic goals to corporate structures.
    • To explore the concerns of managed care pioneers regarding this evolution.

    Main Methods:

    • Historical analysis of managed care development.
    • Qualitative review of pioneer perspectives.
    • Comparative study of early versus contemporary managed care models.

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    Main Results:

    • Managed care has transitioned from a social movement to a corporate-dominated industry.
    • Increased competition has driven this corporate transformation.
    • Pioneers express concern over the deviation from original idealistic objectives.

    Conclusions:

    • The corporate evolution of managed care represents a significant departure from its founding principles.
    • Market forces have reshaped managed care, prioritizing profit over initial social aims.
    • The concerns of managed care pioneers highlight a critical debate on the future direction of healthcare delivery.