Basics of the U.S. Health Care System

by Nancy J. Niles

Basics of the U.S. Health Care System, Third Edition provides a broad, fundamental introduction to the workings of the healthcare industry. Engaging and activities oriented, the text offers an accessible overview of the major concepts of healthcare operations, the role of government, public and private financing, as well as ethical and legal issues.

Each chapter features review exercises and internet resources that make studying this complex industry both enjoyable and stimulating. Students of various disciplinesâ€"including healthcare administration, business, nursing, public health, and othersâ€"will discover a practical guide that prepares them for professional opportunities in this rapidly growing sector.

The Third Edition has been updated substantially to reflect the many recent changes as a result of the Affordable Care Act and its mandates. This edition also

• A new activity at the end of each chapter that engages the reader in relating the chapter content to current events using internet research.
• Expanded coverage of law, ethics, and bioethical issues including end of life care and advanced directives.
• New sections addressing issues related to the health and legal rights of the LGBT population

426 pages, Paperback

First published March 17, 2010

Reviews

[Rosie · Rating 4 out of 5]

This was one of the books that I used for my U.S. Healthcare System class earlier this semester. I enjoyed it more than I thought I would because it really does go in depth to different aspects of the healthcare system. The history of the system is covered, along with growing areas such as mental health, bioinformatics, and in/outpatient services to name a few. The chapters go by pretty quickly (much quicker than most textbooks, I have to admit) but are still packed with lots of useful information. At the end of each chapter there are some case scenarios and response questions to help solidify the chapter material.

[Maura]

do most people count their textbooks towards their reading goal? probably not. do i care? no