The development of MCOs has been affected by kind of market they serve. For instance BCBS companies moved from primarily service plan provider to multiproduct line which incorpoartes HMO, PPO, and consumer choice plans.
Additionally, different kinds of managed care organizations have emerged due to forces imposed by state and the federal governments like HMO Act of 1973.
Research and explain how public policy has influenced growth of managed care. Select two examples, one from state government and another from federal government. Which organization do you think is more restrictive in its policy?