Economics of Medical Care (307-0-20)

Instructors

Molly Kathleen Schnell

Meeting Info

University Hall 102: Tues, Thurs 9:30AM - 10:50AM

Overview of class

This course applies the theoretical and empirical tools of microeconomics to the study of healthcare markets. We will cover topics such as the production and measurement of health, the provision and design of health insurance, the causes and consequences of provider behavior, and competition in healthcare markets. Special attention will be given to recent healthcare policy debates in the United States and the impacts of government regulations on healthcare.

Registration Requirements

ECON 281-0, ECON 310-1, ECON 310-2

Enrollment Requirements

Enrollment Requirements: Reserved for Economics Majors & Minors until the end of preregistration, after which time enrollment will be open to everyone who has taken the prerequisites. Pre-requisite: Students must have taken ECON 310-1 or MMSS 211-1 and ECON 281 or ECON 381-1 or MATH 386-1 or IEMS 304 or STAT 350 to successfully enroll in this course.

Associated Classes

DIS - Tech Institute Lecture Room 4: Fri 9:00AM - 9:50AM