HSM 379 - Evolution of Managed Care and Integrated Health Services Delivery Systems

Institution:

Golden Gate University-San Francisco

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Description:

The course provides a detailed overview of managed care and integrated health services delivery systems, including its history, evolution, regulation, and financing. A variety of organizational types are examined, including health maintenance organizations, physician-hospital organizations, independent practice associations, management services organizations, provider-sponsored organizations, and physician practice management companies. The course explores a number of management issues that are common to most managed care and integrated health services delivery systems, including accreditation and performance measurement, physician compensation, performance-based incentives, medical management, and the regulatory environment. Co-requisite: HSM 372.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

www.ggu.edu

Phone Number:

(415) 442-7800

Regional Accreditation:

Western Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Trimester

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