Reference no: EM132253630

Instructions

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1. Evolution of the U.S. Healthcare System

• Part A: Describe the key historic events since World War II (after 1945) that have influenced U.S. healthcare evolution. Provide ONE topic per paragraph(5 separate paragraphs).

• Part B: Read the scenario (below), and then respond to the instruction that follows.

Scenario: You are part of an international health conference where health professionals from around the world have gathered. Your role is to provide a greater understanding of the history and current standings of the U.S. healthcare system. The first day of the conference focuses on the history of healthcare. You will have a friendly debate with Germany and Canada on how healthcare has evolved.

Create a table that presents the similarities and differences of the healthcare systems among the U.S., Germany, and Canada. Pertinent information should include but is not be limited to:

o Total population

o Gross national income per capita

o Life expectancy at birth for males and females

o Total expenditure on health per capita

o Total gross domestic product percentage (GDP %) expenditure on health

2. The Complexities of the U.S. Private Insurance System

• Describe two important historic factors that led to the development of the private health insurance industry. (1-2 paragraphs)

• Describe tw ocurrent regulations that govern private insurance. (1-2 paragraphs)

3. During the late 1950s and early 1960s, the groundwork for Medicare and Medicaid began. In 1965, during the Johnson and Truman administration, Congress passed amendments to the Social Security Act and created the Medicare and Medicaid programs. Since 1965, there have been many additions and changes to the programs.

Describe each of the following by stating the key provisions of the program, who is eligible, and when it was enacted: (1-2 paragraphs each)

• Medicare A

• Medicare B

• Medicare C

• Medicare D

• Medicaid

4. The passage of the Patient Protection and Affordability Care Act (PPACA) has many different components that impact healthcare services by expanding access, lowering costs, and improving quality. Describe the following programs, which evolved from the PPACA: (2 paragraphs each)

• Individual Mandate and Tax Implications

• Patient-Centered Medical Home Model (PCMH)

• Accountable Care Organization (ACO)

• Prevention and Wellness (two programs)