Patient
What is one coverage that patients rely on?
employers-sponsored private insurance, public programs like Medicaid, Medicare or self pay options
What may be some levels of care?
Primary, secondary, tertiary and quaternary
What is organization?
Is where the treatment actual happens
What is the active role of the patient?
They make choices about their lifestyle, providers and provide feedback on their treatment
Name 3 key providers of the care team?
Physicians, nurses, physician assistants and allied health professionals
Name one thing that most US hospitals operate as?
As private non-profit or for profit corporations alongside government-run facilities
What does the US healthcare system rely on?
Patient, the care team(delivery) and the organization
Who is the care team delivered by?
A team of licensed and unlicensed professionals who works together to diagnose, treat and manage health conditions
What are some examples of the organization? Name at least 3
Private physician offices, community health clinics, urgent care centers, acute care facilities and long-term care facilities