HSM - 606 Health Care Organization

This course provides an overview of health care in the United States, covering the political, economic and social organization of the delivery of care. Students will understand and analyze the historical evolution, the structure, the financing mechanisms, the major provider components, performance and how the point of view of the patient is increasingly shaping the future direction of health care. The course will provide students with a framework to organize knowledge of the health care system to support further study in health services administration. Through reading, class discussions, a final paper and exam, students will gain an understanding of the major issues facing the health care system and consider alternative approaches to improve the system. Offered: fall. Retake Counts for Credit: No. Pass/No Pass Grading Allowed: No. Credit(s): 2