Health Care and Its Costs

Explore the critical examination of America's healthcare system in "Health Care and Its Costs," authored by a renowned expert and published by WW Norton & Co in 1987. This insightful paperback, spanning 312 pages, delves into the alarming rise of healthcare expenditures, revealing how the portion of the nation's gross national product allocated to health care has more than doubled in recent years. It also highlights the staggering increase in hospital costs, which have surged at twice the rate of other essential goods and services. This book is a must-read for anyone interested in understanding the financial dynamics of healthcare and its implications for American society. Discover the challenges and realities of healthcare costs that continue to resonate today.