Healthcare has always been in a constant state of flux, accelerating in the last two decades due to increasing costs, limited access to care and demands for quality. The paper is a scholarly discussion of forces that drive healthcare today, and your personal and professional experiences within the healthcare system. The content includes:
Overview of the history of healthcare insurance in the US.
Review and commentary on current healthcare policy finances and insurance reimbursement in regard to Medicare, Medicaid, private insurance and exchanges.
Discussions of access to quality care and disparities in underserved populations in regard to the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act of 2010 (PPACA).
Presentation of specific examples to explain the relationship of current healthcare policies to your personal and professional experiences.