Intro to Health Systems

Catalog description

This introductory course provides an overview of the United States health systems. The focal points will revolve around the organization, financing, and delivery of healthcare in America. Learn how medical providers are paid and the emerging issues facing physicians, hospitals, and other healthcare institutions. Areas to be covered include: an overview of the healthcare system, healthcare in the US, the impact of politics on healthcare, healthcare trends and consequences, history, and global issues.