Learning Plan 1

Assignments

LP1 Assignment: Impact Paper

The paper is due at the end of this learning plan. The paper should be 2 to 3 pages in length.

The assignment assesses competency 1. Identify the various types of managed care plans.

Directions: Write a 2 to 3 page paper concerning the impact the development of MCOs has had on the doctor-patient relationship.

• List issues that have impacted the doctor-patient relationship due to the development of MCOs and the change in what the MCO expects from a doctor.
• After listing the issues, discuss the positives and/or negatives of each.
• From your text readings and research through the virtual library, etc., do you believe that the doctor-patient relationship has been affected more positively or negatively?
• Cite references to back your writings.
• APA Style format

• Criteria
  1.	Paper lists issues that have impacted the doctor-patient relationship due to development of MCOs.
  2.	Paper discusses the positives and negatives of the issues.
  3.	Student gives opinion regarding doctor-patient relationship.
  4.	Paper cites references if/when appropriate.
  5.	Paper exhibits correct and appropriate grammar, punctuation, spelling, syntax, and word usage.