108 Medicare Terms Defined

Medicare Glossary

Plain-English definitions for every Medicare term — from ABN to ZIP enrollment. No jargon, no confusion.

Terms starting with "C" — 1 term

C

Capitation

Providers & Plans

A payment method where a health plan pays a fixed monthly amount per enrolled member to a provider or group, regardless of how many services that member uses. Common in Medicare Advantage HMO plans.

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