Major players in the U.S. health services system
uestion 1
Question A: (MINIMUM OF 150 WORDS)
Who are the major players in the U.S. health services system? Discuss the positive and
negative effects of the often-conflicting self-interests of these players.
Question B: (MINIMUM OF 150 WORDS)
In your opinion, why is an individuals' quality of life important? Explain from the health
delivery perspective.
Question 2
Question A: (MINIMUM OF 150 WORDS)
Why is it that despite a general sentiment against government involvement in healthcare,
Medicare and Medicaid were created? Respond to your peers' posts; do you agree with
their opinions? Why or why not?
Question B: (MINIMUM OF 150 WORDS)
Why is there an imbalance between primary care and specialty care in the United States?
Discuss how to improve the current situation.
Question 3
Question A: (MINIMUM OF 150 WORDS)
What main types of information technology applications are used in medical care delivery?
Why are they important? Can you give some examples?
Question B: (MINIMUM OF 150 WORDS)
What is the main difference between retrospective and prospective methods of
reimbursement? Discuss the main advantages of a prospective payment system.
Question 4
Question A: (MINIMUM OF 150 WORDS)
It is important for hospital administrators to regard outpatient care as a key component of
their overall business strategy. Do you agree? Why or why not?