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A. Compare the U.S. healthcare system with the healthcare system of Great Britain, Japan, Germany, or Switzerland, by doing the following:
1. Identify one country from the following list whose healthcare system you will compare to the U.S. healthcare system: Great Britain, Japan, Germany, or Switzerland.
2. Compare access between the two healthcare systems for children, people who are unemployed, and people who are retired.
a. Discuss coverage for medications in the two healthcare systems.
b. Determine the requirements to get a referral to see a specialist in the two healthcare systems.
c. Discuss coverage for preexisting conditions in the two healthcare systems.
3. Explain two financial implications for patients with regard to the healthcare delivery differences between the two countries (i.e.; how are the patients financially impacted).
B. Acknowledge sources, using in-text citations and references, for content that is quoted, paraphrased, or summarized.
C. Demonstrate professional communication in the content and presentation of your submission.
Review COS materials under the Task 3 assessment first:
o Task 3 Overview: Competencies, Introduction, Scenario, Requirements, Rubric
• Skim pages 21-25 in C489 Course Materials > Unit 5
• Watch PBS Frontline: Sick Around the World – access from page 23
• You can take notes on the Video Viewing Guide (optional)
• Supplemental Article: International Health Care System Profiles also known as the Commonwealth Fund article.
• Review Cherry (textbook) Ch 7 page 106 – access from course page 23
• Prepare to write
o Be sure you are writing to the Task Requirements and then verify with the Task Rubric.
o Watch Understanding Task Directions
o Utilize the SAT Task 3 Template
• Recommended length 2-3 pages
Task Helpful Tips
A. Compare the US with another
country
Great Britain, Japan, Germany or Switzerland
A1. Identify Country 1. Which country did you select?
2. Make sure to select one of the 4 countries listed on the task
instructions
3. Other countries are not accepted.
A2. Compare Access 1. Be sure to address all of the populations separately: children,
unemployed, retired.
2. Discuss the government or private healthcare plans that cover specifically these 3 groups of citizens for each country. You do not have to include any other groups, but you must respond for
children, unemployed, and retired.
A2a. Medication Coverage 1. Discuss copays, name brand verses generic, etc.
A2b. Specialist Referral 1. Describe the referral process to see a specialist based upon the
plan type for each country.
2. Consider: United States – HMO vs PPO
3. Discuss both countries
4. Consider discussion of “Gatekeeper”
A2c. Preexisting Conditions 1. Discuss if pre-existing conditions are covered based upon the
plan type for each country.
2. Healthcare.gov, click “see topics”
A3. Financial Implications 1. Discuss out-of-pocket expenses, financial risks, or cost savings
for the citizens based upon their healthcare system.
2. Compare two implications.
B. Sources Visit the Writing Center (found under Success Centers at top of Degree
Plan) for resources. The submission includes in-text citations for sources
that are properly quoted, paraphrased, or summarized and a reference
list that accurately identifies the author, date, title, and source location
as available. See Working with IHI Website for how to cite IHI.
C. Professional Communication Mechanics, usage, and grammar promote accurate interpretation and
understanding. Visit the Writing Center (found under Success Centers at
top of Degree Plan) for resources to support Professional
Communication.
THERE IS A TEMPLATE THAT SHOULD BE USED. For more information on Healthcare System read this: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Health_system
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