title: The state of consumer-centric care.
abstract: Considered by many plans, but implemented by few, consumer-centric or consumer-directed benefits programs are receiving great media attention, especially in light of a recent Internal Revenue Service ruling. Health plans are today faced with the challenge of rethinking their offerings--or even their basic program approach--to address this burgeoning trend.
authors.affiliation: MCOL, Modesto, California, USA.
authors.forename: Clive
authors.initials: C
authors.lastname: Riddle
mesh_terms: D003258:Consumer Behavior; D017047:Cost Sharing; D003669:Deductibles and Coinsurance; D006264:Health Benefit Plans, Employee / Q000191:economics / Q000458:organization & administration*; D020407:Internet; D008329:Managed Care Programs / Q000191:economics / Q000458:organization & administration*; D009937:Organizational Objectives; D012051:Reimbursement Mechanisms; D014481:United States