Synopses & Reviews
Based on the current climate of our nation's finances and healthcare spending, it is clear that young doctors and medical students are likely to see a dramatic transformation of the manner in which America offers medical care to its citizens over the course of their careers.
Synopsis
This book is the first of its kind, written by doctors for doctors to allow physicians and medical students to quickly develop an understanding of the past, present and potential future issues in healthcare policy and the evolution of American healthcare.
Table of Contents
The History of Healthcare in the United States Pre-1965.- Medicare and Its Evolution to 2011.- Medicaid and the State Children's Health Insurance Program.- Breaking Down Health Care Insurance from HMO to PPO and Beyond.- Understanding Quality and Cost from a Health Policy Perspective.- Prevention and U.S. Healthcare.- The Rise of Comparative Effectiveness Research.- Health Information Technology: Clinical and Policy Context.- Prescription Drug and Pharmaceuticals Policy.-