Health Policies in Different Countries

Review the health policies of each of the following countries. Then, choose a country from the following list to compare and contrast with the current U.S. healthcare system:

  • China
  • England
  • Germany
  • Australia
  • Canada
  • Japan

Once you have thoroughly analyzed the health policy information for your chosen country, answer the following questions:

  • What is the main focus of the policy standard in this (chosen) country?
  • What are the similarities to the U.S. healthcare system?

Governance

Workforce

Leadership

Quality

How does the U.S. healthcare system differ in terms of policy?

Where do you foresee the U.S. healthcare system in the future?

Summarize the meaning of universality in U.S. health policy versus your chosen country.