BMC Health Services Research · 2010 · 36 citations · 0 references
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The study of funding systems is an important issue that can influence the quality of care provided, among other aspects. According to some authors, the structure of any funding system usually involves the definition of the produced quantity and respective prices. It is also claimed that health organizations make their productive structure and their strategic decisions depending on the price system applied.