HIFX 502 Introduction to US Healthcare Systems and Economics
This course explores the US. Health System focusing on historical development, current configuration, payer provider relationships, politics of healthcare, and possible future directions. Includes study of healthcare system architecture, key influencers, accessibility, financing, changing components and the effects of the system on patients, providers, financers, government, insurers, and society. Role of population health management and public health is explored, including impact of social, cultural, economic, and environmental factors on health care systems and practices.
Offered
Fall Semester