MPH Master of Public Health: Organization of Health Services & Systems 2

Question 1

Which payment model bundles all services for a single episode of care into one fixed payment to providers?

Accepted Answer

Bundled payments

Answer

Bundled payments (episode-based payments) cover all providers involved in a defined episode, incentivizing coordination and efficiency.

Question 2

The concept of 'medical home' in primary care emphasizes which of the following?

Accepted Answer

Comprehensive, continuous, coordinated patient-centered care

Answer

The patient-centered medical home model focuses on ongoing, coordinated, team-based primary care with a personal physician.

Question 3

Which federal program provides health coverage to military veterans through a network of VA hospitals and clinics?

Accepted Answer

Veterans Health Administration (VHA)

Answer

The Veterans Health Administration (VHA) operates the largest integrated health care system in the US, serving eligible military veterans.

Question 4

Under the Affordable Care Act, what is the purpose of an Accountable Care Organization (ACO)?

Accepted Answer

To coordinate care and share savings when quality benchmarks are met

Answer

ACOs are groups of providers that voluntarily coordinate care for Medicare patients and can share in savings if they meet quality and spending targets.

Question 5

Which health system structure places a primary care 'gatekeeper' between the patient and specialist services?

Accepted Answer

Health Maintenance Organization (HMO)

Answer

HMOs require members to select a primary care physician who must authorize referrals to specialists, controlling utilization and cost.

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MPH Master of Public Health: Organization of Health Services & Systems 2