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What is the fundamental purpose of the Healthcare Ecosystem?
What is the fundamental purpose of the Healthcare Ecosystem?
To provide accessible, affordable, and quality care for patients.
Which of the following are key components of the U.S. Healthcare Ecosystem, according to Wagner (2021)? (Select all that apply)
Which of the following are key components of the U.S. Healthcare Ecosystem, according to Wagner (2021)? (Select all that apply)
The 5 P's of the U.S. Healthcare Ecosystem are: Prevention, _________, Promotion, Protection, and _____________.
The 5 P's of the U.S. Healthcare Ecosystem are: Prevention, _________, Promotion, Protection, and _____________.
Prediction, Partnership
The Healthcare System and the Healthcare Ecosystem are interchangeable terms.
The Healthcare System and the Healthcare Ecosystem are interchangeable terms.
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How do health and human services workers contribute to societal well-being?
How do health and human services workers contribute to societal well-being?
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Match the following roles to their corresponding responsibilities in the Healthcare Ecosystem:
Match the following roles to their corresponding responsibilities in the Healthcare Ecosystem:
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Where do patients typically seek healthcare services? (Select all that apply)
Where do patients typically seek healthcare services? (Select all that apply)
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Describe the role of stakeholders in delivering effective healthcare services.
Describe the role of stakeholders in delivering effective healthcare services.
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Beyond appointment availability, name two key considerations consumers have regarding access to healthcare, as highlighted by physicians.
Beyond appointment availability, name two key considerations consumers have regarding access to healthcare, as highlighted by physicians.
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Which of the following is NOT a category of healthcare systems as outlined by Stanfield's Introduction to Health Professions?
Which of the following is NOT a category of healthcare systems as outlined by Stanfield's Introduction to Health Professions?
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The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) is solely responsible for establishing safety guidelines for patient care.
The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) is solely responsible for establishing safety guidelines for patient care.
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According to "The United States Healthcare System: Overview, Driving Forces, and Outlook for the Future," physicians play a pivotal role in ______ the healthcare system, and they are required to complete a rigorous ______ process to become licensed.
According to "The United States Healthcare System: Overview, Driving Forces, and Outlook for the Future," physicians play a pivotal role in ______ the healthcare system, and they are required to complete a rigorous ______ process to become licensed.
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The Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (ACA) of 2010 expanded healthcare coverage across government, employer, and individual plans, including provisions for ______ coverage and income-based credits.
The Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (ACA) of 2010 expanded healthcare coverage across government, employer, and individual plans, including provisions for ______ coverage and income-based credits.
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The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) was enacted in 2010 as part of the Affordable Care Act.
The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) was enacted in 2010 as part of the Affordable Care Act.
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Match the regulatory bodies with their respective roles in Medicare:
Match the regulatory bodies with their respective roles in Medicare:
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What is the impact of technology on the U.S. Healthcare Ecosystem as described in Chapter 10?
What is the impact of technology on the U.S. Healthcare Ecosystem as described in Chapter 10?
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The ______ agency plays a central role in regulating the complex components of the healthcare system in the United States, including providers, products, payers, and regulations.
The ______ agency plays a central role in regulating the complex components of the healthcare system in the United States, including providers, products, payers, and regulations.
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What is the primary purpose of antitrust laws in the context of insurance companies?
What is the primary purpose of antitrust laws in the context of insurance companies?
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Which of the following is NOT a component of Medicare?
Which of the following is NOT a component of Medicare?
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Medical suppliers are entities that manufacture and distribute healthcare products and services, influencing the healthcare ecosystem by providing essential resources for patient care.
Medical suppliers are entities that manufacture and distribute healthcare products and services, influencing the healthcare ecosystem by providing essential resources for patient care.
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Which of the following government agencies is NOT a subsidiary of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services?
Which of the following government agencies is NOT a subsidiary of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services?
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The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) exclusively regulate Medicaid, while state agencies play no role.
The Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS) exclusively regulate Medicaid, while state agencies play no role.
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What is the main difference between Medicare Parts A and B?
What is the main difference between Medicare Parts A and B?
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Match the following terms with their definitions:
Match the following terms with their definitions:
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The ______ plays a crucial role in regulating and supporting Medicare Advantage (MA) plans to ensure fair competition and consumer protection.
The ______ plays a crucial role in regulating and supporting Medicare Advantage (MA) plans to ensure fair competition and consumer protection.
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What is the integrated healthcare model, and how does it aim to improve healthcare delivery?
What is the integrated healthcare model, and how does it aim to improve healthcare delivery?
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What is the difference between Medicare and Medicaid?
What is the difference between Medicare and Medicaid?
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The National Committee for Quality Assurance (NCQA) is an organization that establishes ______ and ______ that benefit patients, healthcare organizations, and the healthcare system.
The National Committee for Quality Assurance (NCQA) is an organization that establishes ______ and ______ that benefit patients, healthcare organizations, and the healthcare system.
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The acronym PDSA stands for ______, ______, ______, and ______.
The acronym PDSA stands for ______, ______, ______, and ______.
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Which of the following is NOT a dimension of Healthcare Quality?
Which of the following is NOT a dimension of Healthcare Quality?
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Which of the following is NOT a component of the Quadruple Aim framework?
Which of the following is NOT a component of the Quadruple Aim framework?
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The SHARE approach focuses on shared decision-making between healthcare providers and patients.
The SHARE approach focuses on shared decision-making between healthcare providers and patients.
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Value-Based Care emphasizes providing high-quality care at a lower cost.
Value-Based Care emphasizes providing high-quality care at a lower cost.
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Match the following steps of the SHARE approach with their descriptions:
Match the following steps of the SHARE approach with their descriptions:
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What is the relationship between Quadruple Aim and Value-Based Care?
What is the relationship between Quadruple Aim and Value-Based Care?
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Telemedicine, the use of technology to provide healthcare remotely, contributes to a more efficient and ______ quality of service.
Telemedicine, the use of technology to provide healthcare remotely, contributes to a more efficient and ______ quality of service.
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What is the purpose of the Quadruple Aim framework?
What is the purpose of the Quadruple Aim framework?
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Which of the following is NOT a step in the DECIDE model?
Which of the following is NOT a step in the DECIDE model?
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The ______ approach emphasizes the importance of patient involvement in healthcare decisions.
The ______ approach emphasizes the importance of patient involvement in healthcare decisions.
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Explain how healthcare teams can improve client experiences using the Quadruple Aim framework.
Explain how healthcare teams can improve client experiences using the Quadruple Aim framework.
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What is the primary function of medical suppliers within the healthcare ecosystem?
What is the primary function of medical suppliers within the healthcare ecosystem?
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Which government agency is responsible for regulating the complex components of the U.S. healthcare system, including providers, products, payers, and regulations?
Which government agency is responsible for regulating the complex components of the U.S. healthcare system, including providers, products, payers, and regulations?
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The ______ is a government agency that establishes guidelines and policies benefiting patients, healthcare organizations, and the healthcare system.
The ______ is a government agency that establishes guidelines and policies benefiting patients, healthcare organizations, and the healthcare system.
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Employer-Provided Insurance is a type of private health insurance offered by employers to their employees.
Employer-Provided Insurance is a type of private health insurance offered by employers to their employees.
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Explain the difference between Medicare and Medicaid.
Explain the difference between Medicare and Medicaid.
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Which of the following is NOT a subagency of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services?
Which of the following is NOT a subagency of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services?
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What is the purpose of licensure in the healthcare profession?
What is the purpose of licensure in the healthcare profession?
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Which factors influence consumer healthcare decisions in addition to appointment availability?
Which factors influence consumer healthcare decisions in addition to appointment availability?
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The Department of Health and Human Services is the only agency focused on patient care quality.
The Department of Health and Human Services is the only agency focused on patient care quality.
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What role do social workers play in the healthcare ecosystem?
What role do social workers play in the healthcare ecosystem?
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Physicians in the U.S. are required to complete a rigorous ______ process to become licensed.
Physicians in the U.S. are required to complete a rigorous ______ process to become licensed.
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Match the following healthcare roles with their responsibilities:
Match the following healthcare roles with their responsibilities:
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What is one objective of healthcare systems as categorized by Stanfield's Introduction to Health Professions?
What is one objective of healthcare systems as categorized by Stanfield's Introduction to Health Professions?
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The role of healthcare providers includes ensuring patients have access to comprehensive information about their healthcare.
The role of healthcare providers includes ensuring patients have access to comprehensive information about their healthcare.
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Identify and describe the primary role of institutional providers in the Healthcare Ecosystem.
Identify and describe the primary role of institutional providers in the Healthcare Ecosystem.
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Healthcare Producers
Healthcare Producers
Organizations or individuals that generate healthcare services and products.
Payers
Payers
Entities that pay for healthcare services on behalf of patients.
Purchasers
Purchasers
Individuals or organizations that buy healthcare services directly.
Investors
Investors
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Integrated Healthcare Model
Integrated Healthcare Model
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Licensure
Licensure
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Medical Suppliers
Medical Suppliers
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National Committee for Quality Assurance
National Committee for Quality Assurance
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Healthcare Ecosystem
Healthcare Ecosystem
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Stakeholders
Stakeholders
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Key Components
Key Components
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Healthcare System
Healthcare System
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Affordable Quality Care
Affordable Quality Care
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Insurance Regulations
Insurance Regulations
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5 P's of Healthcare
5 P's of Healthcare
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Health and Human Services
Health and Human Services
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Healthcare Access Factors
Healthcare Access Factors
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Department of Health and Human Services
Department of Health and Human Services
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Role of Physicians
Role of Physicians
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Patients' Rights
Patients' Rights
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Nonclinical Healthcare Positions
Nonclinical Healthcare Positions
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Providers in the Healthcare Ecosystem
Providers in the Healthcare Ecosystem
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Institutional Providers
Institutional Providers
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Quadruple Aim framework
Quadruple Aim framework
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Programmatic Community Services
Programmatic Community Services
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Health Information Exchange
Health Information Exchange
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Telemedicine
Telemedicine
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Telehealth
Telehealth
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Affordable Care Act (ACA)
Affordable Care Act (ACA)
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Medicaid Expansion
Medicaid Expansion
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HIPAA
HIPAA
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Pre-existing Conditions
Pre-existing Conditions
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Antitrust Laws
Antitrust Laws
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Medicare
Medicare
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Medicare Parts A, B, C, D
Medicare Parts A, B, C, D
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Medicaid Regulation
Medicaid Regulation
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PDSA
PDSA
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STEEEP
STEEEP
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Quality of Care
Quality of Care
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Efficiency
Efficiency
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SHARE Approach
SHARE Approach
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DECIDE Model
DECIDE Model
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Quadruple Aim
Quadruple Aim
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Programmed vs Nonprogrammed Decisions
Programmed vs Nonprogrammed Decisions
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Study Notes
Course Objectives
- Identifies elements of the healthcare ecosystem, linking those elements to accessible, affordable, and quality care for clients
- Identifies insurance regulations and reimbursement procedures for quality care.
- Applies processes for delivering efficient and quality healthcare services.
Section 1: Healthcare Ecosystem
- Essential Question: What is the healthcare ecosystem? How do its elements work together? What roles do health and human services workers play in the U.S. healthcare ecosystem?
Section 1: Questions
- What are the key components of the U.S. healthcare ecosystem (Wagner 2021) and how do they collaborate across patient care stages?
- Explain the various positions and responsibilities of healthcare workers.
- Identify and describe the "5 Ps" of the U.S. healthcare ecosystem.
- What is the purpose of the healthcare ecosystem?
- How does the field of health and human services contribute to societal wellbeing?
Section 2: Healthcare System
- Essential Question: Where do patients find healthcare services that meet their needs?
Section 2: Questions
- What are the primary consumer considerations regarding healthcare access (beyond appointment availability, as outlined by physicians)? What role do convenience, costs under high-deductible plans, and access sites play?
- Describe Stanfield's categorization of healthcare systems and how they address patient diversity.
- Explain how the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) establishes safety guidelines.
- Summarize the insights of "The United States Healthcare System" regarding the role of physicians and necessary educational requirements
- Describe the HHS role in patient rights, information access, economic responsibility, and conflict resolution.
Section 3: Health Providers and Institutional Providers
- Essential Question: What roles do health providers play in the healthcare ecosystem? Why are institutional providers necessary?
Section 3: Questions
- How do non-clinical roles (like social workers) support clinical staff and organizations?
- Identify and describe providers within the healthcare ecosystem.
- Identify and describe institutional providers within the healthcare ecosystem.
- Explain the educational and training requirements for a nurse or other health professionals.
- Detail institutional provider characteristics.
Section 4: Healthcare Ecosystem Impacts and Costs
- Essential Question: How do healthcare producers impact the purposes of the healthcare ecosystem? How do costs impact products and producers?
Section 4: Questions
- Describe how non-clinical healthcare positions support clinical staff and organizations.
- Detail the roles of professionals like social workers in bridging clinical and non-clinical aspects of patient care.
- Identify and describe healthcare providers and institutional providers.
- Explain the educational and training requirements for a nurse
- Detail characteristics of institutional providers.
Section 5: Impact of Technology
- Questions: What impact has technology had on the U.S. Healthcare Ecosystem?
- Detail medical suppliers and their influence on healthcare.
- What are the categories of healthcare services?
Section 5: Integrated Healthcare Model
- Essential Question: What is the integrated healthcare model? Which government agency plays a central role in regulating the U.S. healthcare system?
Section 5: Questions
- Describe the integrated healthcare model.
- Identify the government agency that regulates the complexity of the U.S. healthcare system.
- Describe the key functions of the agency's subsidiary agencies.
Section 6: Payer Options
- Essential Question: What defines payer options in the U.S. healthcare system?
Section 6: Questions
- Explain the differences between payers (e.g., insurance companies), purchasers, and investors in healthcare.
- Define employer-provided insurance, Medicare and Medicaid, and self-pay programs.
- Detail the distinctions between these payers/purchasers.
Section 7: Regulators in Healthcare
- Essential Question: What is the importance of regulators in the healthcare system? What government agency determines guidelines and policies benefiting patients, healthcare organizations, and the system?
Section 7: Questions
- Determine the importance of regulators in healthcare.
- Identify and describe the government agency establishing policy and guidelines benefiting patients, organizations, and the healthcare system.
Section 8: Insurance Regulations; Reimbursement Procedures
- Competency: Identify insurance regulations and reimbursement procedures for affordable and quality care.
Section 8: Questions
- Detail the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) and subagencies that regulate and provide patient safety guidelines.
- Differentiate between certain healthcare categories (e.g., HMOs, MCOs, HRRP, ACOs) as detailed in Chapter 2.
- Explain specific Acts found in Chapter 13.
- Define key terms in relation to insurance and reimbursement procedures.
Section 9: Insurance Payer Models
- Essential Question: What are the principles behind insurance payer models that impact accessibility and affordability? Does value-based care help address these challenges?
Section 9: Questions
- Detail the fundamental principles behind insurance payer models that determine healthcare accessibility and affordability.
- Explain how healthcare coverage protects individuals from unexpected injury or illness.
- Discuss whether value-based care solves payer challenges.
Section 10: Health Insurance Types; Policy Differences; Healthcare Delivery
- Questions: Which health insurance model best suits your personal needs? Detail differences between Bismarck, Beveridge, National Health, and out-of-pocket models, and how the U.S. system incorporates their elements.
- Detail how evolution from fee-for-service to HMOs to value-based care (VBC) impacted healthcare delivery in the U.S., particularly in terms of cost control, quality improvement, and accountability.
Section 11: Insurance Regulation and Protection
- Essential Question: Do current government regulations protect all Americans? Detail regulatory functions, and how they prevent fraudulent practices.
Section 11: Questions
-Detail how the False Claims Act and the Anti-Kickback Statute regulate and prevent fraudulent practices in healthcare.
- Define potential consequences for physicians and providers violating these laws
- Detail how the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act of 2010 (ACA) expanded healthcare coverage.
- Detail specific benefits and provisions introduced by the ACA for Medicaid coverage and income-based credits.
- Discuss the role of the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) in ensuring patient privacy and preventing discrimination.
Section 12: Antitrust Laws; Medicare Details
- Questions: What role do antitrust laws play in regulating insurance? Details on ethical and competitive practices.
- Detail Medicare Parts A, B, C, and D coverage distinctions.
- Explain the federal government's role in regulations and reimbursement.
Section 12: Medicare History, Components, Regulations, and Tricare
- Questions: Detail the history of Medicare, and highlight its components.
- Describe Medicare Regulations and the role of the FTC and IRS in supporting Medicare plans.
- Explain the Medicare Advantage plan (MA).
- Explain Tricare overview.
Section 13: Medicaid Regulation; State-Level Overview
- Questions: Who regulates Medicaid, state or federal agencies? and details on State Insurance Overview.
- Identify and explain Medicaid options under the Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (ACA).
- Detail the collaboration between CMS, state agencies, and Medicaid Managed Care organizations (MCOs).
- Explain Medicaid eligibility, operations, and reimbursement policies at the state and federal levels.
- Detail reimbursement procedures.
Section 14: Group Insurance Changes; Employment-Sponsored Plans
- Essential Question: Under the ACA, what changes were made to group insurance plans? How do employer-sponsored plans differ in cost-sharing?
Section 14: Questions
- Discuss and detail changes to group insurance plans under the Affordable Care Act (ACA).
- Explain employer-sponsored health insurance plans (group and individual) differences in cost-sharing and eligibility for government subsidies.
- Compare and contrast HMOs, PPOs, EPOs, and POS plans, emphasizing in-network vs. out-of-network coverage.
Section 15: Decision Models in Healthcare Services
- Key Terms/Topics Explain private and managed care, self-pay insurance, and program benefits.
Section 16: Healthcare Quality
- Essential Question: What factors influence healthcare efficiency and quality?
Section 16: Questions
- Define the Plan-Do-Study-Act (PDSA) cycle used in quality improvement.
- Explain the use of the STEEEP method in assessing quality.
- Detail how healthcare workers can positively impact clients.
- Detail the six dimensions of healthcare quality.
Section 17: Decision Making & Telemedicine,
- Essential Questions: How does the SHARE approach to decision-making contribute to patient-centered care? How does telemedicine contribute to a more efficient and better-quality service?
Section 17: Questions
- Describe the steps in the SHARE approach to decision-making.
- Give examples of how the DECIDE model can be applied to decision-making.
- Explain benefits of using telemedicine.
- Analyze how telemedicine enhances decision-making, client outcomes, and service quality.
- Detail resources for decision-making and Health Information Exchange.
- Detail financial considerations for PPOs -Explain the pros and cons of concierge medicine.
- Explain the Surprise Billing Act
- Explain changes to healthcare resulting from the Affordable Care Act (ACA)
Section 18: Quadruple Aim Framework
- Essential Question: What is the purpose of the Quadruple Aim framework?
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Test your knowledge about the fundamental purpose and key components of the U.S. Healthcare Ecosystem. This quiz includes questions on healthcare roles, patient services, and stakeholder contributions. Enhance your understanding of how health and human services operate within the broader ecosystem.