title: HMOs form networks to serve firms with offices in more than one region.
abstract: Health maintenance organizations are establishing administrative links nationwide in response to concerns from the business community about cost and quality. At least six HMO groups have formed to service companies with offices in more than one part of the country. Industry experts point out that hospitals on good business terms with successful HMOs in their areas stand to benefit through increased volume and prestige.
authors: P J
authors: PJ
authors: Kenkel
mesh_terms: D004465:Economic Competition; D006264:Health Benefit Plans, Employee / Q000458:organization & administration*; D006279:Health Maintenance Organizations / Q000458:organization & administration*; D007221:Industry; D009096:Multi-Institutional Systems / Q000458:organization & administration*; D014481:United States