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The Prometheus Myth
Many have asked if we are familiar with the Myth of Prometheus.
We are, and we set forth here the version we prefer (there are
many). We understand and accept that enormous positive change
takes work and sometimes struggle.
Prometheus was the Titan, who defied Zeus by bringing fire
to mankind. He is usually regarded as the father of civilization
and understanding. For his defiance, Zeus had him chained to
a rock for 30,000 years where daily an eagle devoured his liver
which regenerated every day, only to be devoured again. After
thirty years, Zeus mellowed and allowed the release of Prometheus
by permitting Heracles to slay the eagle. [Read
it here].
Prometheus was a rebel who did not accept things as determined
by the power of Zeus. Prometheus chose to aid mankind whom
Zeus
would have had live in the cold and dark. Our version of
Prometheus carries with it the hope of bringing some measure
of payment
reform, for a better health care world for patients, providers,
plans and purchasers.
Provider
payment Reform for Outcomes Margins Evidence Transparency
Hassle-reduction Excellence Understandability
and Sustainability
Pro*me"the*an, a. [L. Promethus:
cf. F. prom'eth'een.]
Adj. Defiantly creative; so boldly original as
to have a life giving quality; inspiring
" Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful, committed
citizens can change the world. Indeed, it is the only thing
that ever has."
----Margaret Mead
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