ECON 129 - Health Economics

Institution:

University of California-Riverside

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Description:

Lecture, 3 hours; term paper, 3 hours. Prerequisite(s): ECON 003, ECON 102A. Economic analysis of health and medical care, medical technology, and the functioning of insurance markets. Emphasis is on behaviors of insurance companies, physicians, and the pharmaceutical industry. Major concerns include the rising cost of health care, government involvement, and health care reform.

Credits:

4.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Institution Website:

WWW.UCR.EDU

Phone Number:

(951) 827-1012

Regional Accreditation:

Western Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Quarter

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