Unlock the Secrets of US Health Care Delivery with “Understanding Health Policy: A Clinical Approach”

Looking for a comprehensive and easy-to-understand guide to navigating the complex US health care system? Look no further than “Understanding Health Policy: A Clinical Approach” by Thomas S. Bodenheimer. As one of the most popular resources of its kind, this book provides a thorough exploration of the US health care system, covering its nuances, complexities, and comparisons to systems in other nations.

A Clinical Approach to Understanding Health Policy

Written by practicing primary care physicians who are experts in health care policy, this book takes a unique clinical approach to explaining the intricacies of the US health care system. With real-life clinical vignettes highlighting key policy issues, you’ll gain a deeper understanding of the system and its challenges.

New and Updated Content

In this fully updated edition, you’ll find expanded coverage of critical topics, including:

• Cost and financing issues, including their impact on the US economy
• Public health systems, featuring a discussion on the COVID-19 pandemic’s impact on health policy and delivery
• Social determinants of health and disparities
• Professional burnout and its effect on health care delivery
• The Affordable Care Act, Accountable Care Organizations, and system consolidation

Unravel the Complexities of US Health Care

Through clear explanations, descriptions, and concrete examples, “Understanding Health Policy” breaks down complex concepts into engaging chapters that make vital policy issues accessible and understandable. Whether you’re a student, medical practitioner, or public policy professional, this book will provide you with a systematic way of thinking about the US health care system, its biggest challenges, and the most effective ways to improve it for everyone.

Book Details:

• Publisher: McGraw Hill LLC
• Publication Date: December 15, 2023
• Language: English
• ISBN: 9781265905026, 9781265905514