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The book provides a concise overview of the health care delivery system, with particular emphasis on the hospital, and is meant as a short introduction to a very complex subject. Each chapter takes a major segment of the system and provides basic information, data, and coverage of major current issues. Each question-and-answer entry serves as a quick reference for the topic being addressed. Taken as a whole, the book presents a solid view of how the various constituencies in health care fit together. Authoritative, primary sources are used extensively throughout the book. Complete bibliographic citations, including Websites, are provided in reference lists. Ample footnoting follows the final topic in each chapter and provides additional resources for more in-depth study.

ISBN 9781556483684Edition 02Binding Paper