61. Which of the following statements best describes the main idea of the passage?

1. Primary physicians usually have a network of trusted specialists for referrals.
2. Patients often find it a lot easier to get an appointment while they are in good health.
3. Strategies are needed for getting an appointment with a competent doctor.
4. The people do not need to establish a relationship while they are in good health.

62. In addition to a gynecologist, women are supposed to establish a relationship with an internist because ____.

1. every internist has a network of trusted specialists for referrals
2. some internists are only trained in cardiology or rheumatology
3. they have a regular source of care
4. they do not often need to get an appointment with a doctor

63. For the uninsured, experts suggest ____.

1. they be responsible for the cost of lab tests, blood work, procedures and medication
2. they reach some agreement with a doctor for adjusted coverage of costs
3. they go to a community health center or hospital clinic for free medical care
4. they visit the Families USA Web site to locate free health care

64. Experts indicate that if a doctor uses electronic records, ____.

1. the doctor should be a priority choice for patients
2. the doctor must be extremely popular among patients
3. patients should give the doctor extra credits
4. the uninsured may be charged more than the insured

65. Strategies for getting an appointment with a doctor more easily include all EXCEPT ____.

1. establishing a relationship with a doctor who has evening and weekend hours
2. discovering a comfort relationship with a doctor through interviews
3. finding a doctor in a group practice that stays up to date on current medical practice
4. staying uninsured for reduced charges in community health centers

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