Health care in the United States
Health care in the United States is arguably very complex and bears little resemblance to a "true system". How can the United States improve on the five dimensions of performance (quality, access, efficiency, equity, and healthy lives)?
Additionally, access needs to be improved by providing more incentives for providers (such as loan forgiveness programs or increased reimbursement rates) so they are incentivized to work in underserved areas or with certain populations such as those living in rural settings; additionally expanding Medicaid coverage and allowing individuals purchase insurance across state lines could make it easier for people obtain coverage despite any preexisting conditions.
To achieve greater efficiency improvements, hospitals/clinics need focus on incorporating IT solutions into their operations through telemedicine/telehealth initiatives which would streamline communication between various healthcare stakeholders; this could also potentially lead cost savings if implemented correctly due reduced overhead costs associated with these types of technologies. Moreover, reducing administrative costs by removing unnecessary regulations and paperwork could further contribute towards lowering operating expenses while simultaneously improving communication among different players in the system.
From an equity perspective, policies must be developed that ensure everyone has equal access regardless their background or financial situation — this includes introducing measures like affordable housing options near medical centers so people living at lower income levels can get basic medical attention without having worry about transportation costs as well. Finally, improving population health is largely dependent upon upstream interventions such as education campaigns designed reduce high risk behaviors (smoking cessation etc.), encouraging healthy nutrition habits through public school pricing initiatives targeting low-income households and decreasing environmental exposures linked with various chronic illnesses (e.g., air pollution).