Becoming a manager of a health care organization requires a broad understanding of the field. This includes a strong grasp of the economics involved in the daily operation of the organization. Providing an accessible introduction to important economic concepts in the field, this book will help readers gain the knowledge to run an organization. Getzen breaks down difficult topics while explaining the importance of economics in the function of the health care system.

Table of Contents

1. The Flow of Funds Through the Health Care System
2. Economic Evaluation of Health Services
3. Cost–Benefit and Cost-Effectiveness Analysis
4. Health Insurance
5. Insurance Contracts
6. Physicians
7. Physician Organization and Business Practice
8. Hospitals
9. Hospital Costs
10. Managed Care
11. Long Term Care
12. Pharmaceuticals
13. International Comparisons of Health and Health Expenditures
14. Dynamics of Health Spending

Glossary

Index