We propose and test a model of the strategic interaction between public and private insurers in the physician services market. We depart from the standard healthcare service pricing model and allow physicians to (partially) adjust patient access based on price differences between insurers....

The present work examines the decision-making process of clinicians and managers in terms of pricing. This dissertation attempts to make often unconscious processes in both the clinical and economic areas more transparent. Due to this increase in transparency and an illustration of the overall...