Discuss the role of managed care

1. Discuss the role of managed care. What three goals are present in managed care? Has using a managed care approach been successful?

2. Discuss the trend of globalization? What are different modes of economic interrelationships used today in health care? Provide a reference to support your DQ post.

3. Are competitive approaches to cost containment work? Discuss the four strategies being used and the effect each is having on health care.

4. What is one reason why health care costs continue to rise? Identify two contributing factors and discuss the effects on rising costs. Provide an example of how you have seen this in your line of work, if possible.

5. As the population ages, the need for more health care professionals grows. Discuss what kind of workforce will be needed in the future to care for the elderly. What specialty will be in demand for the future? Where will the majority of care be delivered?