Comparing the US and Canadian Healthcare Systems
Introduction The health care system in the United States is often compared with that of other countries, and the one that comes up the most frequently in Canada. The Canadian system has better outcomes in general than the American system, and is completely different in terms of structure. This paper will examine the key areas where the systems differ, and seek to extrapolate what that means. Basic Systems At its heart, the US system relies on market forces for much of its activity. Health care is providers are usually paid by insurance… Continue Reading...