Getting Better Health Care – How basic economics informs solutions

Getting Better Health Care - Steve Feldman MD

Getting Better Health Care – How basic economics informs solutions for the health care crisis

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The basic principles of economics explain why our health care system is in distress. Insurance, tax laws, and lack of competition contribute to the problem. In this second part of a 2-part series, we discuss solutions to our health care crisis based on an understanding of the underlying economic principles. We are joined again by […] The post Getting Better Health Care – How basic economics informs solutions for the health care crisis appeared first on WebTalkRadio.net.

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