4 example sentences using capitate.
Capitate used in a sentence
Capitate in a sentence as a noun
GPs are capitated, they are paid by how many patients are enrolled on their roster.
You're right - for specialists and some GPs but not all. About half of the GPs are paid by their roster size, so-called "capitated payment".
Capitate in a sentence as an adjective
That's called a "capitated" payment plan, and we already use those on a lot of contracts with physicians.
Unless you are a member of a system like Kaiser, you are most likely covered by a plan that is partially capitated - your insurer may share profits over a certain % with your doctor as a reward for keeping you healthy, but still pays for services on a FFS basis.
Capitate definitions
noun
the wrist bone with a rounded head shape that articulates with the 3rd metacarpus
adjective
being abruptly enlarged and globose at the tip