This book establishes a framework for assessing health care reform proposals and their implementation. It helps clarify objectives, identifies issues to be addressed in proposals, distinguishes between short- and long-term expectations and achievements, and directs attention to important but sometimes neglected questions about the organization and provision of health care services.


In addition, the volume presents a discussion and analysis of issues essential to achieving fundamental goals of health care reform: to maintain and improve health and well-being, to make basic health coverage universal, and to encourage the efficient use of limited resources.


The book is a useful resource for anyone developing or assessing options for reform.

Table of Contents


Front Matter
Preamble
Extending Access to Health Care
Containing Health Care Costs
Assuring the Quality of Care
Financing Reform
Improving the Infrastructure for Effective Change
Conclusion
References