CPS Online
Coll of Professional Studies :: Health Care
HLTC 550 (01) - The Emerging U.S. Health Care System
Emerging US Health Care System
Online Course Delivery Method: Online Asynchronous
Credits: 4.0
Term: Fall 2024 - Term 1 (08/26/2024 - 10/18/2024)
Grade Mode: Letter Grading
Term: Fall 2024 - Term 1 (08/26/2024 - 10/18/2024)
Grade Mode: Letter Grading
Class Size:
30
CRN: 15103
CRN: 15103
This course traces the evolution of the U.S. health care delivery system over the last century with a focus on the structure and function of the contemporary managed care system. The course examines a wide range of factors (sociocultural, political, economic, legal and technical) which have impacted the evolution of the current system. Economic factors related to the delivery of health care services are extensively covered. Comparative health care systems are examined. The impact of the changing demographics of the U.S. population on the design and delivery of health care is reviewed.
Advisor Approval Required. Contact your Academic Advisor for approval and registration.
Equivalent(s): HLTC 550G, HMP 401
Campuses not allowed in section: Durham
Attributes: Writing Intensive Course
Instructors: John Gagnon
Start Date | End Date | Days | Time | Location |
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8/26/2024 | 10/18/2024 | Hours Arranged | ONLINE |