Solving the problems and challenges within the U.S. healthcare system requires a deep understanding of how the system works. Successful solutions and strategies must take into account the realities of the current system.
Introduction to Healthcare
Introduction to Healthcare
This course is part of AI in Healthcare Specialization
Instructors: Nigam Shah
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What you'll learn
The major challenges of the U.S.healthcare system
Issues you may encounter in efforts to improve healthcare delivery and the healthcare system
Who the key stakeholders are in the U.S. healthcare system
Skills you'll gain
- Care Management
- Medical Billing
- Value-Based Care
- Managed Care
- Health Systems
- Health Care Administration
- Healthcare Ethics
- Medicaid
- Drug Development
- Health Care
- Healthcare Industry Knowledge
- Ethical Standards And Conduct
- Pharmaceuticals
- Medical Management
- Health Policy
- Hospital Medicine
- Medicare
- Hospital Admissions
- Health Care Procedure and Regulation
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KG
Reviewed on Mar 28, 2023
Easy to understand overview of the key players and themes in the healthcare system. Useful for an individual considering pursuing studies and a career in the healthcare field.
QT
Reviewed on Jun 24, 2025
Great overview on the US healthcare with a neatly presentation breaking down on the various actors and influencers of the system (patients, providers, insurers, government).
MF
Reviewed on May 11, 2021
I found this course so useful for me. If you're someone new to the industry or already working and want to make an impact with your business or technical skills this course will be the first step.
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