Preface
Chapter 1. Major Characteristics of US Health Care Delivery
Chapter 2. Foundation of US Health Care Delivery
Chapter 3. Historical Overview of US Health Care Delivery
Chapter 4. Health Care Providers and Professionals
Chapter 5. Technology and Its Effects
Chapter 6. Financing and Reimbursement Methods
Chapter 7. Outpatient Services and Primary Care
Chapter 8. Hospitals
Chapter 9. Managed Care and Integrated Organizations
Chapter 10. Long-Term Care Services
Chapter 11. Underserved Populations
Chapter 12. Cost, Access, and Quality
Chapter 13. Health Policy
Chapter 14. The Future of Health Services Delivery