ECON 7711 - Appl Health Care Econ

(3) Uses economic theories and related methodologies to illuminate an array of health and health care issues. Evaluates theoretical and empirical problems in health and medical care. Covers the structure, conduct, and performance of markets for physicians, hospitals, pharmaceuticals, and long-term care. Covers health and health care policies of the US (local, state, federal) and select other countries. PREREQUISITE(S): ECON 7710 or permission of instructor.