Assignment

Your response should be at least 300 words in length each question.

You must use at least one source other than, and including, your textbook to complete this assignment. All sources used, including the textbook, must be referenced; paraphrased and quoted material must have accompanying citations. All references and citations used must be in APA style.

1. Discuss comparative advantage in health care. Choose one country and compare it to the U. S. Which country offers comparative advantage? Why?

2. Discuss the global price differential among hospitals. Why do countries like the U. S. have higher charges for procedures like hip replacements, open-heart surgery, and other medical services?

3. Define medical tourism. Discuss how medical tourism influences the U. S. health care system and foreign health care systems.

4. The authors state that the world of health care is flattening. Discuss the arguments for and against this claim.

5. Discuss the national and international response in regards to health worker migration.