read Chapter 5 of the course text. For Part 1 300 words , address the following in the discussion forum:

• Explain the pros and cons of four provider payment methods: (a) fee-for-service; (b) capitation; (c) global capitation; and (d) bundled payment.
• Based upon your review on the above payment methods, what is your recommendation for the mainstream of provider payment(s)? Be sure to include a detailed account of the benefits and risks

Part 2

, read Chapters 4 and 6 of the course text. For your part 2 300 words address the following

• Discuss common issues in the contracting process.
• Describe four provider obligations commonly included in managed care contracts.
• Explain the importance of provider contracts in maintaining a provider network.