Private Insurance Models

"Private Insurance Models" explores the complex world of private health insurance and its significant impact on healthcare access, affordability, and individual financial well-being. The book argues that the design of insurance plans profoundly influences healthcare utilization, examining how cost-sharing mechanisms like deductibles and co-pays affect patient behavior. For instance, high-deductible plans can deter individuals from seeking necessary preventive care, while narrow networks may limit access to specialized services.

The book progresses from foundational concepts of insurance to the effects of different cost-sharing arrangements, and finally to the relationship between insurance models and health outcomes. By analyzing data from sources like the National Health Expenditure Accounts and peer-reviewed research, the book reveals regional variations and the consequences of specific insurance plan designs.

This approach offers valuable insights for healthcare professionals, policymakers, and individuals seeking to navigate the US healthcare system, especially concerning the Affordable Care Act and the future of employer-sponsored insurance.

© 2025 Publifye (Ebook): 9788233978457

Traduttori: AI

Data di uscita

Ebook: 20 febbraio 2025