Part 1
Before WWII, between the period of 1939-1945, 10% of employed individuals had health benefits. By 1955, 70% of employed individuals had health benefits. Based on the Powerpoint,”History of Managed Care””History of Managed Care” Links to an external site.further describe the 1960’s era, using historical facts, that inspired the growth of health care being paid majority by 3rd party payers. As a healthcare manager, what do you think could have been done differently, to help employees gain healthcare during this time period ?
B. Based on the reading “Managed Care” Actions, answer the following discussion questions. Be sure follow the Discussion Board & Assignment Instructions.
The United States is in a total managed healthcare crisis. As an healthcare manager, how would you help increase patient enrollment and reduce cost without sacrificing quality of service? Lastly, how would you get providers to charge fair prices, so that you’re not penalized for “too expensive” care?
Part 2
Use the Oxford Handbook of Clinical Psychology and the Berman textbook as references for DQ.
What does normal mean? What makes anyone normal? Any disorder on the psychosis (schizophrenia) or bipolar spectrum present considerably different concerns than depression, anxiety, adjustment, etc. Why do you suppose that might be? Remember to think about the mission.
