Journal of Cardiothoracic and Vascular Anesthesia
Volume 23, Issue 2 , Pages 137-139 , April 2009

A European View: Managed Care Health Plans: Better or Cheaper Treatment Strategies?

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doi: 10.1053/j.jvca.2008.12.011

Journal of Cardiothoracic and Vascular Anesthesia
Volume 23, Issue 2 , Pages 137-139 , April 2009

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