Theory in Health Economics
Credits: 4.0
Term: Fall 2023 - Full Term (08/28/2023 - 12/11/2023)
Grade Mode: Letter Grading
Term: Fall 2023 - Full Term (08/28/2023 - 12/11/2023)
Grade Mode: Letter Grading
Class Size:
20
CRN: 15545
CRN: 15545
Covers the seminal theoretical papers in the field of health economics. The first set of papers covered in the course focus on the determinants of health and demand for healthcare services; the second set of papers cover healthcare providers and their supply of healthcare services in competitive, monopolistic, and government-regulated markets; and the third set of papers cover private and public health insurance markets.
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Prerequisite(s): ECON 977 with minimum grade of B- and ECON 927 with minimum grade of B-
Instructors: Bradley Herring
Times & Locations
| Start Date | End Date | Days | Time | Location |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8/28/2023 | 12/11/2023 | TR | 2:10pm - 3:30pm | PCBE 370N |
Additional Course Details:
Course Overview: This course in health economics covers the seminal theoretical papers on the demand for health and healthcare, provider supply of healthcare services, and health insurance markets. Each class session is generally devoted to discussing one specific paper in depth. Student grades are determined by taking three exams, preparing an original model, and actively participating in the in-class discussions.