Copy of author's previously published article inserted. / Bibliography: leaves 376-403. / vii, 480 leaves ; / Title page, contents and abstract only. The complete thesis in print form is available from the University Library. / Examines the hypothesis that fundholding in Australian general practice could be more efficient, in both technical and allocative terms, than fee for service for consultations, pharmaceuticals, pathology, and diagnostic ordering. The research indicates that there may be a place for fundholding in Australian general practice, if general practice fundholders were integral members of a regional managed care model. / Thesis (M.D.)--University of Adelaide, Dept. of General Practice, 1999

Thesis (M.D.)--University of Adelaide, Dept. of General Practice, 1999. / Copy of author's previously published article inserted. Bibliography: leaves 376-403.