@article{(Open Science Index):https://publications.waset.org/pdf/15828, title = {To Join or Not to Join: The Effects of Healthcare Networks}, author = {Tal Ben-Zvi and Donald N. Lombardi}, country = {}, institution = {}, abstract = {This study uses a simulation to establish a realistic environment for laboratory research on Accountable Care Organizations. We study network attributes in order to gain insights regarding healthcare providers- conduct and performance. Our findings indicate how network structure creates significant differences in organizational performance. We demonstrate how healthcare providers positioning themselves at the central, pivotal point of the network while maintaining their alliances with their partners produce better outcomes.}, journal = {International Journal of Economics and Management Engineering}, volume = {6}, number = {6}, year = {2012}, pages = {1332 - 1336}, ee = {https://publications.waset.org/pdf/15828}, url = {https://publications.waset.org/vol/66}, bibsource = {https://publications.waset.org/}, issn = {eISSN: 1307-6892}, publisher = {World Academy of Science, Engineering and Technology}, index = {Open Science Index 66, 2012}, }