Quiz 2 Flashcards
Identify and discuss two of the IOM’s six focus areas of quality
efficiency and timeliness
efficiency refers to not wasting any resources or funding. THe health care ssystem should maximize the potential of their resources
timeliness refers to patients wait time in health centers. Patients should be satisfied with their care and should not have to sit and wait for overly extended time periods
Identify and discuss three common characteristics of the uninsured as listed in the course textbook
Race, gender, and income level
Race is a big factor in uninsured. African Americans are said to be less likely to be insured
Women are more likely to be uninsured than males
Income level corresponds to what kind of job you have and that affects if you have insurance.
identify two examples of the way being uninsured impacts an individuals health status
- less access to health care
- less timely care
- they dont receive access to the best healthcare.
- They could be treated differently bc they are not insured
what does it mean to be underinsured
Underinsured refers to people who have insurance but cannot afford to pay the difference between the cost of care and what insurance covers
describe what is a “core” safety net provider is
community health centers
give an example of a direct service program funded by the federal, state or local government
family planning services
federally qualified health center
what is the concern with health reform relating to the provider shortage
A provider shortage is a health reform concern because it means that even if everyone has insurance, some people still might not havev access to a provider
T/F most individuals who are privately insured obtain health insurance through their employer
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