The Economics of Health and Health Care 2 nd ed. This course applies general theoretical principles of economics to the health care sector. The basic approach is to recognize the importance of scarcity and incentives, allowing for any differences peculiar to health. Market competitiveness, health insurance and the role of government are explored.
Special topics covered include regulation and benefit-cost analysis.
FGS Chapter 2 gives a brief review of some of the principles. The first exam is planned for February 10. The second exam is planned for March 31. The first two exams will be in our regular classroom. The final will be in our regular room unless announced otherwise.