ECO 2310 - Concepts of Health Economics

Credits: 3 hrs

This course is intended as a one-semester introduction to economics for those who desire economic literacy but anticipate no further formal training in the field. The purpose of this course is to introduce students to the economic analysis of the health care industry. Course content will focus on the demand for and supply of health services in the U.S., pricing and price controls, factor markets, and distribution. It will include analyses of the behavior of consumers, providers, and insurers. It will also explore public policies enacted to control costs, to allocate resources, and to expand access to healthcare services for the poor, uninsured, underserved, and elderly. Student will be able to utilize this information to better understand the market for healthcare services and the effects of healthcare reform measures.

Credit cannot be earned for this course and either ECO 2311 or ECO 2312. General Education Course that Satisfies SLO: Critical Thinking; AK: Soc/ Beh Science; CT: Civic Knowledge. Prerequisite(s): None