Customer Reviews

Economics of Health and Health Care, The (6th Edition)

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As with all economics textbooks and the subject of economics in general, this book is a bit dry. That said however, it's quite thorough in its coverage of how consumers, producers, and insurers make decisions about health and health care. It gives explanations that are rather simple to understand and goes in depth as far as would be considered normal for a 300 level elective course. I should probably note that my instructor is one of the book's authors, so take my review how you will.

I bought this 5th edition book used for ~9.00 with shipping instead of spending the 150.00 for the new 6th edition. So far from what I can tell it is 99.8% the same- for the questions and text. I have had no problem following what the prof. has assigned and the material covered by using this book instead. Shipping was fast and book was in the condition as stated in the description, or better.

This book is divided into 6 parts and 25 chapters. It provides an interesting introducton on issues related to the scope of health economics before discussing the important topic of demand and supply. I have found chapter 4 very useful since it provides a good insight of economic evaluation, with the discussion related to cost-benefit analysis, cost-effectiveness analysis, cost-utility and cost-minimization analysis. During this period characterized by the deficits of health care, the reader will find useful information in chapter related to health insurance, managed care, consumer preference, etc that provide knowledge required for planning and policy-making.

Good book to develop the conceptual understanding of how health can be viewed as a product of both individual production and individual consumption.

This is a good book to introduce you with the basic concepts of health economics. The text is heavily reliant on microeconomics, and though it gives some overview in the first two chapters it really helps to understand basic micro before reading this book. Overall, a good book, but a bit outdated. With the latest developments in health care reform you may want to purchase the newer version.

It could have been because my teacher asked us very ambiguous questions, but this book was not very helpful when trying to apply its basic examples to broader concepts. It spent too little time on important topics (how doctors and hospitals force a nursing shortage, etc.) and too much time on special topics. I'd recommend purchasing the old version over the newer version though. It's just the same.

The book came in great condition and arrived a few days after I ordered it. I would definitely order from this seller again.

Book was received on time in great condition. I will definitely use this seller again.