Capitative

/ˈkæp.ɪ.tə.tɪv/ adjective

Definition

Relating to or based on capitation; assessed or determined per head or per person.

Etymology

From capitation + -ive (adjective suffix). Formed to describe anything operating on a per-capita or per-head basis.

Kelly Says

When insurance companies talk about 'capitative models,' they mean everyone pays based on their existence in the system, not what they actually use. It's an ancient concept dressed up in modern business language!

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