HSM 373 - Healthcare Policy and Government Relations

Institution:

Golden Gate University-San Francisco

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Description:

This course provides an examination of the healthcare policymaking process, the effect of healthcare policy on healthcare and broader social policy, the influence of political and economic forces on healthcare policy, and the necessity of health services organizations to engage in strategic government relations to influence policy. Topics covered include the historical development of U.S. healthcare policies, current U.S. policy issues and challenges, and the role of the government relations function within the health services organization. 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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