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• NS 803 (NRS 803)

This course is an overview of the United States health care system as compared to health systems in other countries. It includes the study of the evolution and current state of health care services and insurance, health professionals, quality, health policy, and health services financing. HMOs, PPOs and POS plans will be reviewed. Additionally, managed care objectives, functions and contracting will be discussed. ◊ This course emphasizes student engagement using a required service experience.

Semester hours: 2.0

Restrictions and Notes:

• May be taken concurrently with GR 798 and NS 807