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2. Health policy - Wikipedia

   en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Health_policy

   Health policy can be defined as the "decisions, plans, and actions that are undertaken to achieve specific healthcare goals within a society". According to the World Health Organization, an explicit health policy can achieve several things: it defines a vision for the future; it outlines priorities and the expected roles of different groups; and it builds consensus and informs people.

3. Types of Health Insurance Plans: HMO, PPO, HSA, Fee for ...

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   This varies depending on the type of plan -- HMO, POS, EPO, or PPO. What you pay: Premium: An HDHP generally has a lower premium compared to other plans. Deductible: The deductible is at least ...

4. Health insurance - Wikipedia

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   A health insurance policy is: A contract between an insurance provider (e.g. an insurance company or a government) and an individual or his/her sponsor (that is an employer or a community organization). The contract can be renewable (annually, monthly) or lifelong in the case of private insurance. It can also be mandatory for all citizens in ...

5. Health policy and management - Wikipedia

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   Health policy and management. Health policy and management is the field relating to leadership, management, and administration of public health systems, health care systems, hospitals, and hospital networks. Health care administrators are considered health care professionals.

6. What Is an HMO? - WebMD

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   A health maintenance organization, or an HMO, is a common type of health insurance plan. If you’re a member of an HMO, your insurance company agrees to pay for your health care when you use a ...

7. What Are Health Equality and Equity, and Why Do They Matter?

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   The terms “health equality,” “health equity,” and “health justice” may seem similar at first glance. After all, they all seem to deal with giving everyone the care they need to stay ...

8. Health care reform - Wikipedia

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   Health care reform. Health care reform is for the most part governmental policy that affects health care delivery in a given place. Health care reform typically attempts to: Broaden the population that receives health care coverage through either public sector insurance programs or private sector insurance companies.

9. Preventive Health: What Is It and Why Is It Important?

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   Preventive health refers to routine care you receive in order to maintain your health. It’s key to diagnosing medical conditions before they become a problem. Preventing serious diseases before ...