Managed Care
Updated: 29 February 2024
What Does Managed Care Mean?
Managed care is a type of health insurance in which covered care is restricted to certain fees for services. This type insurance often comes in the form of a Health Maintenance Organization (HMO) or Preferred Provider Organization (PPO).
Insuranceopedia Explains Managed Care
Managed care is essentially a way for health insurance companies to keep their provider networks organized. Providers who want to become part of a certain PPO or HMO network must have appropriate credentials, training, education, and so forth.
It is common for health insurers to recommend their policyholders see doctors or other health professions within their networks.
