| incentive | In experimental psychology, an object or goal of motivated behaviour. Origin: LL. Incentivus, provocative (05 Mar 2000) |
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| reimbursement, incentive | A scheme which provides reimbursement for the health services rendered, generally by an institution, and which provides added financial rewards if certain conditions are met. Such a scheme is intended to promote and reward increased efficiency and cost containment, with better care, or at least without adverse effect on the quality of the care rendered. (12 Dec 1998) |
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| physician incentive plans | Compensatory plans designed to motivate physicians in relation to patient referral, physician recruitment, and efficient use of the health facility. (12 Dec 1998) |
| employee incentive plans | Programs designed by management to motivate employees to work more efficiently with increased productivity, and greater employee satisfaction. (12 Dec 1998) |