This research investigates the similarities and differences in medical students’ and doctors’ perceptions about Medicaid. One hundred, ninety-seven medical students and doctors were asked to answer4 three open-ended questions about Medicaid. Their responses were content analyzed using standard rules of manifest and content analysis. Results indicate important differences between the groups. Implications are provided.
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