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Health Care in the United States

Organization, Management, and Policy
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Health Care in the United States by Dr Howard P. Greenwald offers a thorough examination of the complex American health care system, addressing its organisation, management, financing, and policy challenges. The book traces the historical origins of modern health care, explores its delivery to over 300 million Americans, and discusses contemporary issues such as the Affordable Care Act, the health care workforce, and potential future reforms including preventive medicine.
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Ideal for students and professionals in health care management, health policy, public health, medical sociology, anthropology, social work, and political science, as well as informed readers eager to understand the dynamics shaping American health care today.

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A one-stop resource covering American health care and the challenges it faces In the newly revised Second Edition of Health Care in the United States: Organization, Management, and Policy, distinguished health and organisational researcher Dr. Howard P. Greenwald delivers a comprehensive exploration of the US health care system and the challenges its practitioners, professionals, and consumers face. From organisation to management, financing, and evaluation, this book discusses the critical concepts, trends, and features of this sprawling set of interlocking systems. It also examines the historical origins of modern health care and how it delivers services to over 300 million Americans. Readers will discover:
  • Modern controversies in American health care that animate political debate and discussion, including the Affordable Care Act.
  • Discussions of the health care labour force, as well as its history, background, and crucial challenges.
  • Possible future directions for US health care, including preventive medicine, new policy initiatives, and proposals for reform.
Written for students and professionals working in or studying health care management, health policy, public health, medical sociology, or anthropology, social work, or political science, this latest edition of Health Care in the United States is also a fascinating read for members of the general public curious about one of the most important services they'll ever interact with.

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ISBN: 9781119812210

Publisher: John Wiley & Sons Inc

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 13 June 2022

Country: United States

Imprint: Jossey-Bass Inc.,U.S.

Edition: 2nd edition

Audience: Professional and scholarly

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 20.0mm

Width: 216.0mm

Height: 272.0mm

Weight: 726g

Pages: 320

About the Author

Howard P. Greenwald, PhD, is Professor at the Sol Price School of Public Policy, University of Southern California. He received his doctorate in sociology from the University of California at Berkeley.

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