Which of the following observations concerning health care service providers is true?

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Health care service providers, particularly hospitals and physician practices, often have significant market power within their geographic areas due to limited competition. This can lead to price discrimination and collusive behavior, such as coordinated price increases. The pharmaceutical industry, on the other hand, often engages in price discrimination, offering different prices for the same drug to different buyers. While some health care markets may have multiple providers, so-called "natural health care monopolies" can occur in areas such as specialized medical equipment and services.

Which of the Following Observations Concerning Health Care Service Providers