Essentials of Health Policy and Law Fourth Edition Sara E. Wilensky

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• ISBN-10 ‏ : ‎ 1284151581
• ISBN-13 ‏ : ‎ 978-1284151589

Polls reflecting public sentiment, media coverage, legal conflicts, and policy discussions across all government levels and in private sectors underscore the significant importance that individual healthcare and public health hold in the consciousness of the American populace, decision-makers, and legislators.
The Fourth Edition of Foundations of Health Policy and Legislation serves as an introductory resource for students in fields such as public health, medicine, nursing, public policy, and health administration. It delves into a diverse range of pivotal topics in U.S. health policy and law, providing analytical frameworks to dissect complex issues and comprehend the processes that govern the formulation, implementation, and enforcement of health policies and laws. Known for its focused exploration of national health reform under the Affordable Care Act (ACA), this text stands out for its straightforward and concise nature. In addition to this, the Fourth Edition introduces:

– An exclusive section on the societal determinants of health and the influence of legislation on health enhancement.
– Fresh content concerning healthcare reformation; the healthcare structure; ACA ramifications on Medicaid, Medicare, and CHIP; and strategies to promote healthcare quality and facilitate private payer reform endeavors.
– A significantly updated chapter on Public Health Preparedness Policy, emphasizing enhanced focus on natural calamities, management of infectious diseases, and responses to military emergencies.
– A guide chapter on composing a policy analysis that furnishes readers with detailed directions and illustrative instances for drafting a policy briefing.
– Valuable instructional materials for educators, encompassing PowerPoint presentations, chapter-wise assessment queries, blog post updates, and other supplementary resources.