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KMID : 0355420120360020115
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Journal of Korean Academy of Oral Health
2012 Volume.36 No. 2 p.115 ~ p.123
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Perceptions and attitudes of some dentists in Jeollabuk-do province towards privately-run health insurance
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Park So-Young
Lee Heung-Soo
Oh Hyo-Won
Lee Wan
Choi Boo-Young
Ju Hyun-Jeong
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Abstract
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Objectives: To identify dentists’ perceptions regarding the possible introduction of private health insurance plans, thereby providing basic data to improve the existing dental health insurance system.
Methods: A self-report survey was conducted with a total of 126 dentists in Jeollabuk-do Province. The survey was designed to gather information on the dentists’ positions, perceptions and attitudes toward on a proposed introduction of privately run insurance schemes.
Results: A negative general consensus was found for the privately run scheme. Also it appeared that an overall review was required.
Conclusions: Considering the high percentage of negative responses in the present study, it seems necessary to pro-actively reflect and complement potential issues in the current system before implementing privately run schemes in efforts to establish a solid foundation for operating dental insurance plans best suitable to the needs and characteristics of premium payers.
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KEYWORD
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Dentist, Health insurance, Private health insurance
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