Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
hmo
noun
ˈeɪtʃ ɛm ˈoʊ
Definition
A Health Maintenance Organization (HMO) is a type of health insurance plan that requires members to get healthcare services from a network of providers.
Examples
- Many people choose an HMO for their comprehensive health coverage.
- Under his HMO plan, he needs to get a referral from his primary care doctor to see a specialist.
- She found it easier to manage her healthcare needs within the HMO network.
Meaning
HMOs emphasize preventive care and require members to select a primary care physician (PCP) who coordinates their healthcare within the network.
Synonyms
- Managed care
- Network plan
- Cooperative health insurance
