Managed Care Gives Rise to Ethical Problems Associated with Balancing

Managed care gives rise to ethical problems associated with balancing utilitarian views of cost-effective care with a respect for persons and the traditional view of a duty to care. Which of the following statements are considerations for managed care organizations? Select all that apply.

A) Relationships are not critical in the delivery of health services.
B) Health plans, purchasers, clinicians, and the public share responsibility for the appropriate stewardship of health care resources.
C) Patients do not need to be well informed about the financial benefit issues that affect the provision of care.
D) All parties should foster an ethical environment for the delivery of effective and efficient quality health care.
E) Patients should be well informed about care and treatment options.