PAM 5353 - Health Care Organizations and Behavior

Multi-semester course: (Fall, Summer). 2.5 credits. Letter grades only.

Enrollment limited to: EMHA students.

S. Nicholson.

This course will examine the various stakeholders of the U.S. health care system and how the stakeholders interact with one another. The course will cover the role of medical care in producing health and the costs and benefits of new medical technologies, as well as, discuss the objectives and behaviors of payers, insurers, providers, and suppliers. Students will also learn about reimbursement methods and current trends.

Outcome 1: Describe the behavior and objectives of key stakeholders in the U.S. health care system.

Outcome 2: Calculate how physicians, hospitals, skilled nursing facilities, home care agencies, and pharmaceutical firms are reimbursed.

Outcome 3: Demonstrate a comprehensive overview of the US health care system.