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Health Care Delivery In The U. S. –
hcs235
(3 credits)
This course provides a broad overview of the various functions of the United States health care system. The historical evolution of health care is examined. The student is introduced to the various forms of provider models and service delivery systems found in private and public health sectors, including ambulatory, acute, mental, and long-term care. The financing aspects of health care and their influence on health care delivery and quality are outlined.
This undergraduate-level course is 5
weeks.
To enroll, speak with an Enrollment Advisor.
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Overview of the Health Care System
Describe how the evolution of health care delivery in the United States affects the current health care system.
- Identify factors that influence health care utilization.
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The Financial Aspects and Stakeholders of Health Care Delivery
Examine health care costs in the United States.
Compare types of health insurance.
- Identify roles of various stakeholders in the health care industry.
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Health Care Workforce
Explain the health care education system within the United States.
Describe the types of providers and services available in health care.
- Examine the healthcare workforce from an industry perspective.
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Health Care Continuum
Describe the relationship between components of the health care system continuum.
- Describe the characteristics of an integrated delivery system.
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Future Directions in the U.S. Health Care System
Examine current issues in health care delivery.
- Discuss future trends in health care.
- The University of Phoenix reserves the right to modify courses.
- While widely available, not all programs are available in all locations or in both online and on-campus formats. Please check with a University Enrollment Advisor.
- Transferability of credit is at the discretion of the receiving institution. It is the student’s responsibility to confirm whether or not credits earned at University of Phoenix will be accepted by another institution of the student’s choice.
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