The Economics of Health Care in Asia-Pacific Countries (Hardcover, illustrated edition)

In order to control ever-increasing health care expenditure, Western and Asian countries are seeking to develop more efficient health care models. Studies on health care that focus specifically on Asian countries are rare, rendering this a unique and welcome addition to the literature. This book presents quantitative research on various aspects of health care reform and health policy in Asia-Pacific countries such as China, Indonesia, Japan, South Korea, Taiwan, and the US - nations diverse in their economic development, social demographic structure and health care expenditures. The book's main topic for discussion is the role of both government and health insurers in funding health care. The implementation of community-based, supplemental and national health insurance is explored, as are grants and the financing of hospitals and care for the elderly. The effectiveness of education as an input to health investment and the rehabilitation of patients are also examined. Aiming to close the gap between the existing economics research and the rapid pace of the development of Asian health care markets, this unique and timely book is a must read for policymakers, researchers, academics and students with a special interest in health economics, policies and services.

General

Imprint:	Edward Elgar Publishing Ltd
Country of origin:	United Kingdom
Series:	Academia Studies in Asian Economies series
Release date:	March 2002
Editors:	Teh-Wei Hu • Chee-Ruey Hsieh
Dimensions:	234 x 156mm (L x W)
Format:	Hardcover
Pages:	296
Edition:	illustrated edition
ISBN-13:	978-1-84064-929-1
Categories:	Books > Business & Economics > Economics > General Books > Reference & Interdisciplinary > Interdisciplinary studies > Area / regional studies > General Books > Medicine > General issues > Health systems & services > General
LSN:	1-84064-929-1
Barcode:	9781840649291

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