HA3010D – Introduction to US Healthcare Delivery FA17 – Section D02

Discussion 1.2: Characteristics
Discussion Topic Task: Reply to this topic
Before this discussion, read Chapter 1 and review the Chapter 1 PowerPoint presentation.

Consider how the combined interaction of external factors – such as political climate, stage of economic development and technological influences – has influenced U.S. healthcare delivery. Choose one of the 10 major external factors and discuss. (Exhibit 1.1)