Which of the following statements describes wealth as an enabling factor of utilization?
A) The poor are not more likely to be admitted to a hospital or incur longer lengths of stay.
B) The wealth of patients influences the affordability of some very expensive treatment options usually not covered by insurance.
C) A usual source of care (USOC), all else constant, results in decreased utilization.
D) None of the above

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Wealth can enable individuals to afford expensive treatments that may not be covered by insurance, increasing their utilization of healthcare services.

Which of the Following Statements Describes Wealth as an Enabling