HMP 545 Health Policy
Much of the current health reform debate at the national level has centered on the proper role of government. Regardless of one's perspective on what the proper bounds of government's role should be, there is no question that at this point in history it is substantial. The significance of government's role makes "health policy" something participants need to understand - and, at times, to help influence -to be an effective leader. The purpose of this course is to provide intensive reading and exercises on health policy to help participants appreciate how (for example) policy is formed, implemented, and evaluated;, and how have public policymakers attempted to address issues related to access, quality and cost, and other relevant concerns both at the federal and state levels.