Comparison of Healthcare Systems

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Healthcare is an organic term. Throughout a person’s life span, it is inevitable to encounter the healthcare system in some way. This course provides an overview of core concepts in healthcare services delivery in the United States and other nations. In order to examine the current healthcare delivery systems available globally, students will explore the historical, economic, cultural, social, and legal perspectives that effect the delivery of healthcare and that influence the management and delivery of health services. Concepts students will explore include defining health, health services, historical development of fee-for-service healthcare, universal healthcare and free market healthcare, the economic impact of public health demand, the demographic factors that influence urban and rural health, the social perspective and impact of community health, and healthcare delivery in traditional and non-traditional settings. Prerequisite(s): Completion of FHBS Pillar Corequisite(s): None *Fulfills Civitae Core PHBS WI