Capitation survey finds rising Medicare utilization, fluctuating payment rates for providers.

Data File: This month's column analyzes the results of the 1997 Capitation Survey conducted by the publisher of PSCR. While providers report ups and downs in Medicare PMPM rates from 1996 to 1997, utilization is clearly on the rise, signaling that providers need to beef up their medical management of resource-intensive seniors. Here are the highlights, plus details on ordering the full report.