This special bundle includes a new print copy of Delivering Health Care
in America, Seventh Edition along with Navigate 2 Advantage Access and
access to Learning Blocks for the U.S. Health Care Industry (http:
//www.jblearning.com/catalog/9781284126198/). Delivering Health Care in
America, Seventh Edition is the most current and comprehensive overview
of the basic structures and operations of the U.S. health system--from
its historical origins and resources, to its individual services, cost,
and quality. Using a unique "systems" approach, the text brings together
an extraordinary breadth of information into a highly accessible,
easy-to-read resource that clarifies the complexities of health care
organization and finance while presenting a solid overview of how the
various components fit together. With updated data and figures
throughout, the new seventh edition is a thorough revision that
highlights many new trends in health care; examines current challenges
in cost, access, and quality; and explores the legacy of Obamacare and
the future of health care reform in view of the new presidency. The
Seventh Edition covers: New trends in health care Chronic conditions in
the U.S. along with updated information on global pandemics and
infectious diseases Healthy People 2020 goals Implications of healthcare
professional shortage and the major issues in healthcare workforce after
the ACA New regulations for medical devices and the impact medical
technology and technology assessment. Current information on health
insurance New assessments of patient-centered medical homes in primary
care; primary care providers in other countries; and current
developments in alternative medicine Updates on hospital utilization and
costs. Experiences with CO-OPs and ACOs under Obamacare. Perspectives on
community-based LTC. Trends in institutional care. The uninsured after
the ACA; the current status of the homeless; the plight of mental health
and healthcare; the quality of care indicators Current challenges in
health care cost, access, and quality; pay-for-performance in healthcare
The critical policy issues; future health policy issues/challenges in
both US and abroad
