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May 02, 2024
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HCI 301 - US Healthcare Policies and Delivery Systems 5 CR
Previously HCTM 301. Introduction to healthcare systems in the United States. Students will identify laws, regulations, standards, initiatives, and payment systems; learn the impact of policies and procedures applicable to the various healthcare organizations; and gain an appreciation of the roles and disciplines of providers throughout the US healthcare system. Includes comparison of the national and international healthcare systems.
Prerequisite(s): Acceptance into the program, or permission of instructor.
Course Outcomes - Relate current issues and controversies in healthcare to historical development of the United States (US) healthcare system
- Debate the US healthcare system and compare to healthcare systems in other countries
- Outline the role of federal, state and local governments in provision of healthcare in the US, including healthcare information technology (HIT) and healthcare informatics initiatives
- Summarize the roles and structure of the types of healthcare organizations responsible for providing healthcare and the professionals who provide healthcare in the US
- Debate the strengths and limitations of current mechanisms for financing healthcare in the US including challenges moving forward
- Analyze current and pending legislation, accreditation, licensure and certification standards that affect and/or regulate healthcare delivery systems in the US
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