Healthcare Politics and Policy in America

This fully updated fifth edition of "Healthcare Politics and Policy in America" is the ultimate guide for anyone looking to understand the complex world of healthcare policy and politics in the United States.

With expanded attention to pressing issues such as the aging population, physician shortages, gene therapy, specialty drugs, and the opioid crisis, this book provides a comprehensive analysis of the key problems of healthcare cost, access, and quality through examinations of Medicare, Medicaid, the Veterans Health Administration, and other programs.

The authors also address the ethical and cost implications of advances in healthcare technology.

This textbook is a must-read for courses on health and healthcare policy, as well as for anyone interested in understanding how American healthcare has evolved over time.

With its clear and concise writing style, this book is accessible to readers of all levels of expertise.

Don't miss out on this essential resource for anyone looking to navigate the complex world of healthcare politics and policy in America.