A distinctive system of health care delivery -- Beliefs, values, and health -- The evolution of health services in the United States -- Health services professionals -- Medical technology -- Health services financing -- Outpatient and primary care services -- Inpatient facilities and services -- Managed care and integrated organizations -- Long-term care -- Health services for special populations -- Cost, access, and quality -- Health policy -- The future of health services delivery.
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Given the recent and rapid developments in the delivery of health care in the United States, never has it been more important to have the most up-to-date resources for teaching students about this complex and dynamic industry. The Fifth Edition offers the most current and comprehensive overview of the basic structures and operations of the U.S. health system--from its historical origins and resources, to its individual services, cost, and quality. Using a unique "systems" approach, this text brings together an extraordinary breadth of information into a highly accessible, easy-to-read resource that clarifies the complexities of health care organization and finance, while presenting a solid overview of how the various components fit together.