Psychologists in private practice have described managed care as

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Psychologists in private practice have reported that managed care has had a negative impact on their practices in terms of decreased autonomy, lower reimbursement rates, and increased paperwork. Additionally, some psychologists have argued that managed care can have a negative impact on the quality of therapy they provide, as they may feel pressure to limit sessions or resort to quicker, symptom-focused treatments rather than longer-term, more exploratory therapies. Therefore, both statements in options A and B are accurate, making option C the correct answer. Option D is incorrect, as there is evidence to support the impact of managed care on private practice psychologists.

Psychologists in Private Practice Have Described Managed Care as