PMD U350 - Health-Care Systems

Institution:

Northeastern University

Subject:

Description:

Examines the evolution of the health-care system in the United States, from the early forms of organized institutional care to the dynamic, increasingly integrated, and managed-care system of present health-care delivery. Examines the interaction of regulatory, economic, political, social, and ethical aspects of the health-care system, with emphasis on issues related to pharmacy practice. Current proposals for health-care and drug-related reform and regulation are considered. Considers the impact and consequences of action in one era on the structure and function of health care in later years.

Credits:

3.00

Credit Hours:

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

www.northeastern.edu

Phone Number:

(617) 373-2000

Regional Accreditation:

New England Association of Schools and Colleges

Calendar System:

Semester

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