Description

A Health Maintenance Organization (HMO) is a type of managed care organization that provides health insurance coverage through a network of doctors and hospitals. Members are typically required to choose a primary care physician and obtain referrals for specialist services to manage their healthcare effectively.

Interpreter Notes

Interpreters should be aware that the term 'HMO' may sometimes be referred to as 'organización de mantenimiento de salud' in colloquial contexts, but it is important to use the canonical term in formal situations. Be cautious of regional variations in terminology and ensure clarity when explaining the structure and function of HMOs to patients.

Example Sentences

EN: Many people choose a Health Maintenance Organization (HMO) for their health insurance because it often offers lower premiums.

ES: Muchas personas eligen una organización para el mantenimiento de la salud (HMO) para su seguro de salud porque a menudo ofrece primas más bajas.

Common Interpreter Mistakes

Confusing HMO with PPO (Preferred Provider Organization); misinterpreting the role of primary care physicians in HMOs; using informal or regional terms instead of the canonical term.