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What does the term 'labor market' refer to?
What does the term 'labor market' refer to?
- A system exclusively for state-funded employment opportunities.
- The economic conditions influencing salary rates in health care.
- The network of health care professionals seeking employment.
- The relationship between employers offering jobs and individuals seeking work. (correct)
How has the payment system in the United States affected healthcare?
How has the payment system in the United States affected healthcare?
- It has simplified the process for policymakers to manage costs.
- It has complicated efforts to address the root causes of healthcare costs. (correct)
- It has unified healthcare funding across all states.
- It has increased transparency in healthcare transactions.
What role does nursing play in the healthcare system?
What role does nursing play in the healthcare system?
- Nursing primarily handles administrative tasks within hospitals.
- Nursing provides opportunities to enhance quality and efficiency in healthcare. (correct)
- Nursing focuses solely on patient care without considering efficiency.
- Nursing is limited to clinical tasks and does not influence policy.
What is a potential consequence of the fragmented healthcare financing system?
What is a potential consequence of the fragmented healthcare financing system?
What might be a topic of debate between state and federal government regarding health care?
What might be a topic of debate between state and federal government regarding health care?
What is the definition of health according to the World Health Organization (WHO)?
What is the definition of health according to the World Health Organization (WHO)?
According to Lener Monroe, what makes health a qualitative characteristic?
According to Lener Monroe, what makes health a qualitative characteristic?
Which statement best reflects the value of health for individuals, as described by Hernan San Martin?
Which statement best reflects the value of health for individuals, as described by Hernan San Martin?
What is a characteristic of the healthcare market mentioned in the economic theoretical framework?
What is a characteristic of the healthcare market mentioned in the economic theoretical framework?
What does Winslow define public health as?
What does Winslow define public health as?
What aspect does the economic theoretical framework emphasize about the nature of healthcare services?
What aspect does the economic theoretical framework emphasize about the nature of healthcare services?
In the context of economic theory in healthcare, why are entry and exit barriers significant?
In the context of economic theory in healthcare, why are entry and exit barriers significant?
Which factor contributes to the variable perception of health across different individuals and groups?
Which factor contributes to the variable perception of health across different individuals and groups?
What defines social determinants of health according to the World Health Organization?
What defines social determinants of health according to the World Health Organization?
Which of the following is a factor that influences social determinants of health?
Which of the following is a factor that influences social determinants of health?
What significant healthcare reform occurred in 2010 in the United States?
What significant healthcare reform occurred in 2010 in the United States?
Which president proposed a mandate for employers to address unequal access to healthcare?
Which president proposed a mandate for employers to address unequal access to healthcare?
What is the primary focus of the finance aspect of health systems?
What is the primary focus of the finance aspect of health systems?
Which historical event occurred first in relation to Puerto Rico's healthcare?
Which historical event occurred first in relation to Puerto Rico's healthcare?
What aspect of health economics focuses on the promotion of health?
What aspect of health economics focuses on the promotion of health?
Which healthcare reform aimed to significantly reduce healthcare costs for employers?
Which healthcare reform aimed to significantly reduce healthcare costs for employers?
What major change was proposed in the 1990s regarding healthcare in the U.S.?
What major change was proposed in the 1990s regarding healthcare in the U.S.?
What condition does not influence the social determinants of health?
What condition does not influence the social determinants of health?
What is the primary focus of the set of practices and strategies mentioned?
What is the primary focus of the set of practices and strategies mentioned?
Which of the following best describes the historical responsibility for health care programs in the U.S.?
Which of the following best describes the historical responsibility for health care programs in the U.S.?
What concept is emphasized in the U.S. health sector in relation to citizens and the government?
What concept is emphasized in the U.S. health sector in relation to citizens and the government?
What financial strategy has been historically prioritized in managing health care costs?
What financial strategy has been historically prioritized in managing health care costs?
According to the content, which of the following is NOT a characteristic related to the financial system in the U.S. health sector?
According to the content, which of the following is NOT a characteristic related to the financial system in the U.S. health sector?
Which of the following best describes the relationship between health services and social factors according to the content?
Which of the following best describes the relationship between health services and social factors according to the content?
What is one of the financial goals for the health system mentioned?
What is one of the financial goals for the health system mentioned?
Which of the following statements reflects the Decima Enmienda de la Constitución?
Which of the following statements reflects the Decima Enmienda de la Constitución?
What type of pressures can affect the allocation of public funds in health services?
What type of pressures can affect the allocation of public funds in health services?
The notion of unalienable rights as per the founding ideas reflects what primary concern?
The notion of unalienable rights as per the founding ideas reflects what primary concern?
What does marginal utility refer to?
What does marginal utility refer to?
What is indicated by decreasing marginal utility?
What is indicated by decreasing marginal utility?
How is marginal cost defined?
How is marginal cost defined?
What circumstance will lead to lower marginal income?
What circumstance will lead to lower marginal income?
What does the equilibrium point signify in production?
What does the equilibrium point signify in production?
What is a characteristic of a perfect market?
What is a characteristic of a perfect market?
What occurs when marginal costs increase?
What occurs when marginal costs increase?
How does the production function influence market behavior?
How does the production function influence market behavior?
What is likely to happen with a higher production level in terms of marginal revenue?
What is likely to happen with a higher production level in terms of marginal revenue?
What can lead to an increase in marginal income?
What can lead to an increase in marginal income?
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Study Notes
Objectives of Healthcare Finance and Economics
- Define economic and financial concepts relevant to the healthcare system.
- Review the Theoretical Economic Framework of Healthcare.
- Identify social determinants of health.
- Discuss historical health reforms in Puerto Rico and the U.S.
Concept of Health
- Health is a state of complete physical, mental, and social well-being; not merely the absence of illness (WHO, 1974).
- Lener Monroe defines health as a qualitative characteristic related to quality of life.
- High health quality involves optimal functioning, absence of mortality or disability, vitality, fulfillment of social roles, positive morale, and emotional well-being.
Public Health
- WHO views health as a fundamental right of every human being.
- Individual interpretations of health and illness are influenced by personal value systems.
- Health holds instrumental value for governments aiming for a fulfilled life.
- There exists a complex interaction between socioeconomic conditions, population health, and biomedical factors.
Economic Theoretical Framework of Healthcare
- Healthcare products and services are heterogeneous, varying significantly in quality and cost.
- Information asymmetry exists; providers often have more knowledge about health conditions than patients.
- Healthcare markets experience restricted entry and exit, and often have few buyers and sellers.
Social Determinants of Health (SDH)
- SDH are defined as the circumstances affecting individuals’ health based on their environment (WHO).
- Factors influencing SDH include the distribution of money, power, and resources on global, national, and local levels.
Historical Context of Health Reform
- 1898: American invasion of Puerto Rico.
- 1965: Medicaid plan approved, leading to reforms in healthcare access.
- 1990s: President Clinton proposed a mandate for employers concerning healthcare.
- 2010: Approval of the Affordable Care Act in the U.S. significantly reduced the uninsured population.
Finance and Economics in Health
- Health finance focuses on mobilizing, accumulating, and distributing resources to meet health needs.
- Health economics analyzes efficient resource allocation in healthcare.
- Effective health strategies optimize resource use while considering cost-effectiveness, efficiency, and equity.
Characteristics of the U.S. Healthcare Financial System
- U.S. healthcare finance is influenced by a social contract between citizens and government.
- Delegation of healthcare responsibilities is divided between state and federal governments.
- Historical dependence on private funding with some state involvement for vulnerable populations.
Financial Goals in Healthcare
- Aims for general health improvement, tax expenditures, and educational advancement.
- Conflicts often arise in financial allocations while addressing public health challenges.
Context of Health Economics
- Marginal utility measures consumer satisfaction from additional goods or services.
- Marginal cost reflects production costs associated with producing more units, indicating cost-benefit relationships.
- Equilibrium represents the optimal point where production meets demand.
Market Dynamics
- Market behavior informs pricing, supply, and demand relationships for goods and services offered.
- Perfect market conditions lead to signals for sellers and consumers based on price movements.
Conclusion
- Healthcare economics has a profound impact on healthcare professionals’ work.
- The U.S. faces challenges due to a disorganized payment system, complicating action on healthcare costs.
- Nursing roles provide significant opportunities to enhance healthcare efficiency and quality.
Assignment
- Collaborate in groups to explore academic course activities.
- Research a current debate regarding healthcare rights between state and federal governments, possibly involving legal cases or administrative actions.
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