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HCA515 Analysis of Contemporary Health Care Delivery Models

Week 1 Discussion

DQ1 What health care providers are the major players in the U.S. health care system? What are the positive and negative effects of the often-conflicting self-interests and lack of regulation on these players?

DQ2 Is health care a right or a privilege? Explain your thoughts using a scholarly resource.

 

HCA515 Analysis of Contemporary Health Care Delivery Models

Week 2 Discussion

DQ1 What are global health indicators and determinants of health? How are they used? Present your answer in an example format in which you explain what the health indicator and determinant of health is and how it can be used.

DQ2 Determinants of health reach beyond the boundaries of traditional health care and public health sectors. Sectors such as education, housing, transportation, agriculture, and environment can be important allies in improving population health. Provide a documented example in which this has been demonstrated, and provide supporting evidence.

 

HCA515 Analysis of Contemporary Health Care Delivery Models

Week 3 Discussion

DQ1 According to the assigned readings in Delivering Health Care in America: A Systems Approach, what is meant by health care financing in its broad sense? What impacts do various financing options have on different population segments that are reliant upon the health care delivery system?

DQ2 The Medicaid program serves the poor. Discuss its financing, eligibility, and benefits that are covered for our most vulnerable populations. How can the system efficiency be improved while delivering cost-effectiveness?

 

HCA515 Analysis of Contemporary Health Care Delivery Models

Week 4 Discussion

DQ1 Present two reasons for increased health care costs. How might such costs be controlled while still providing quality health care?

DQ2 Why have health care regulations been largely unsuccessful? Support your answer with an example.

 

HCA515 Analysis of Contemporary Health Care Delivery Models

Week 5 Discussion

DQ1 Explain what elements are essential in the delivery of long-term care and the effectiveness of the current U.S. health care systems in addressing the needs of an aging U.S. population.

DQ2 Describe one general trend related to health care financing reorganization associated with one of the following: free market, government financing, or employer-based. What is your opinion on the outcome?

 

HCA515 Analysis of Contemporary Health Care Delivery Models

Week 6 Discussion

DQ1 Define the concept of globalization of health care and provide an analysis of the benefits and challenges of such an international system. Research current literature on the effectiveness of current efforts, governmental as well as nongovernmental, including major challenges being faced. Do you feel that an effective global health care system is realistic?

DQ2 What are the impacts of immigration on health care access and delivery? Describe the financial incentives and quality of care considerations. Some would say that the United States provides health care services to needy populations outside of the country while many of its own citizens lack needed health care services. What are your feelings on this issue?

 

HCA515 Analysis of Contemporary Health Care Delivery Models

Week 7 Discussion

DQ1 Identify a racial and ethnic health care disparity you have experienced in your workplace. What procedures were implemented in order to address the disparity? Did the procedure completely address the issue? If not, what are other things that can be put in place to help?

DQ2 Describe two challenges of providing health care in rural areas. In your opinion, how would you address these challenges?

 

HCA515 Analysis of Contemporary Health Care Delivery Models

Week 8 Discussion

DQ1 What is the accepted explanation for the nursing shortage? Consider the following explanation: There is no “shortage” of nurses; there is a shortage of people willing to put up with the conditions nurses must work under. Do you agree? Why or why not?

DQ2 Identify two health professions and explain the credentialing and regulation process for those professions.