title: Defcon (defined contribution) world.
abstract: Implementation of defined contribution will succeed in a competitive marketplace where providers set acceptable fees and risk levels, and consumers make informed choices based on personal values.
authors.forename: Robin
authors.initials: R
authors.lastname: Blair
mesh_terms: D003256:Community Participation / Q000191:economics*; D003284:Contract Services; D003657:Decision Making; D005249:Fees and Charges; D006264:Health Benefit Plans, Employee / Q000191:economics*; D006801:Humans; D020407:Internet; D018854:Managed Competition / Q000458:organization & administration*; D008910:Minnesota; D020379:Risk Adjustment