Description
Book SynopsisWritten in a concise and easy to follow format, this book presents a review of the enormous breadth of the health care industry. It is full of reliable descriptions and guidance on the major topics and issues that challenge health care leaders.
Trade Review"The authors have succeeded in writing a primer targeting new and long-tenured board members." (
Journal for Healthcare Quality, May/June 2004)
Table of ContentsList of Tables and Figures.
Preface.
About the Authors.
1. Foundations.
At a Glance.
Some History.
Health and Disease.
Health Service Need, Demand, and Utilization.
Boards and Governance.
2. Health Care Organizations and Services.
Distinctive Characteristics.
Ambulatory Care.
Hospital Care.
Long-Term Care.
Mental Health Care.
Health Systems.
Public Health Services.
3. Health Care Financing.
Changing Economic Dynamics.
Flow of Funds Through the System.
Health Insurance.
Types of Health Insurance Plans.
Voluntary Health Insurance.
Social Health Insurance (Medicare).
Welfare Insurance (Medicaid).
Health Maintenance Organizations.
4. Health Care Personnel.
Physicians.
Nurses.
Ancillary Nursing Personnel.
Dentists.
Pharmacists.
Other Health Professionals.
5. Predictions and Challenges.
Appendixes.
A. Glossary of Health Care Terms.
B. Medical Specialties.
C. Recommendations for Learning More.
References.
Index.
