For this question, if answer choices (A) through C) are all correct, select answer choice (D). Otherwise, select the one correct answer choice. Understanding the level of health plan penetration in a particular market can help a health plan determine which products are most appropriate for that market. Indicators of a mature health plan market include
A) Areduction in the rate of growth in health plan premium levels
B) Areduction in the level of outcomes management and improvement
C) An increase in the rate of inpatient hospital utilization
D) All of the above

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Option A is correct as a mature health plan market would have a reduction in the rate of growth in health plan premium levels. This is because as the market becomes more mature, there is likely to be more competition which would drive down premium levels. Option B is incorrect as a mature health plan market would have an increase in the level of outcomes management and improvement as the health plan would want to maintain and improve their quality of care to retain their customers. Option C is incorrect as a mature health plan market would have a decrease in the rate of inpatient hospital utilization as the health plan would emphasize preventative care and management of chronic conditions to reduce the need for hospitalizations.

For This Question, If Answer Choices (A) Through C) Are