The reform effort has already been successful.
These are certainly the most exciting times our industry has ever experienced; for the most part, they are just beginning. Consolidation, mergers, acquisitions, and probably a few hostile takeovers are looming on the horizon. The encouraging theme in all of this is that reform is already taking effect. The innovation and creativity being applied through the partnerships and networks being created suggest that our system will transform itself. The transformation will bring about improvements that will emphasize competition, quality, and accountability, which is what the managed care industry has been focused on all along.
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Gemini Consulting Group Inc., Oak Brook, IL 60521.
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