title: Achieving a competitive advantage in managed care.
abstract: When building a competitive advantage to thrive in the managed care arena, subacute care providers are urged to be revolutionary rather than reactionary, proactive rather than passive, optimistic rather than pessimistic and growth-oriented rather than cost-reduction oriented. Weaknesses must be addressed aggressively. To achieve a competitive edge, assess the facility's strengths, understand the marketplace and comprehend key payment methods.
authors.forename: D A
authors.initials: DA
authors.lastname: Stahl
mesh_terms: D004465:Economic Competition; D006801:Humans; D008329:Managed Care Programs / Q000191:economics* / Q000458:organization & administration; D019467:Subacute Care / Q000191:economics*; D014481:United States