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capitated fee

Capitated fee is a method of compensating medical providers based on the number of patients treated rather than the amount of service provided.

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capitated fee

Capitated fee is a method of compensating medical providers based on the number of patients treated rather than the amount of service provided.

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This is typically the premium method for health maintenance organizations (HMOs) where providers are paid a monthly rate for each employee who designates them as a primary care provider.