Examine the delivery of health care in United States (U.S.) using the unique systems approach in THE U.S. HEALTH SYSTEM: ORIGINS AND FUNCTIONS, 7E. This edition establishes a meaningful historic context for modern health care that clearly shows how the U.S. system has developed and continues to change. You review major systems that determine health care costs, access and quality and learn about key stakeholders, such as patients and families, nurses, physicians, payer and policy-makers. You examine processes for reimbursement and policy change, while updates address issues such as health care reform, technology, the COVID-19 pandemic, the opioid crisis and challenges for rural patients. You also study social determinates and their influence on population health. Discussions focus on ethics, policy, reform, equity and inclusion and activity-based learning encourages research and first-hand interviews. MindTap digital resources are also available to strengthen your understanding.