When Medicare, Medicaid, or a private insurer prepays a set amount per person per month for care to a private managed-care facility, this is called a ________ payment.

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This type of payment is called a capitation payment, in which a fixed amount of money is paid per person per month to a managed-care facility for providing health services to that individual. It is a way of incentivizing providers to provide cost-effective care and manage the health of their patient population.

When Medicare, Medicaid, or a Private Insurer Prepays a Set