Types of insurance plans Flashcards
Medicare
covers pt 65+ and older by part A ( hospitalization) and part B ( routine medical office visits ) benefits
Tricare
covers dependents of military personnel to receive treatment by civilian providers at the expense of the fed gov
CHAMPVA
covers surviving spouses or children of veterans who died of service related injuries/ disabilities
Medicaid
provides health insurance to med indigent ( people who do not qualify for other insurances or who costs of med expenses can threaten financial stability) through a cost sharing program between fed and state governments for those who meet the specific criteria
managed care
plans that provides health care in return for pre scheduled payments and coordinated care through a network of providers and hospitals
workers compensation
protects wage earners against loss of wages and cost of medical care resulting of a occupational accident or disease as long as employer is not deemed negligent