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About the Course

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. This course explores the fundamentals of the U.S. healthcare system. It will introduce the principal institutions and participants in healthcare systems, explain what they do, and discuss the interactions between them. The course will cover physician practices, hospitals, pharmaceuticals, and insurance and financing arrangements. We will also discuss the challenges of healthcare cost management, quality of care, and access to care. While the course focuses on the U.S. healthcare system, we will also refer to healthcare systems in other developed countries. In support of improving patient care, Stanford Medicine is jointly accredited by the Accreditation Council for Continuing Medical Education (ACCME), the Accreditation Council for Pharmacy Education (ACPE), and the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC), to provide continuing education for the healthcare team. Visit the FAQs below for important information regarding 1) Date of the original release and expiration date; 2) Accreditation and Credit Designation statements; 3) Disclosure of financial relationships for every person in control of activity content....

Top reviews

JJ

Sep 2, 2020

Very informative, detailed and clear. I learn some new things about billing and the hospital system. A good refresher course to tell where we are with AI and where we need to go for our patients.

MF

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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By Alanna D

Feb 1, 2021

For a Canadian healthcare worker who is not familiar with US healthcare or terminology this course was very beneficial. Course layout was organized. Highly recommended.

By blue a

Dec 20, 2020

Outstanding course content and operating platform! Tremendous learning provided by the outstanding and world-class Stanford faculty! Thanks Stanford, very well done!

By Katerina M

Jan 29, 2025

Great course! The content was clear, well-structured, and easy to follow. The flexibility made learning convenient, and I gained valuable knowledge. Highly recommend!

By Jie L

Nov 18, 2024

The course is comprehensive and presented in a way that is easy to understand, which is very helpful for gaining a systematic understanding of the healthcare system.

By Abhishek S

Sep 9, 2024

This is so relevent and awesome course for understanding the impact and implications of AI in Healthcare. Healthcare is in the cusp of huge transformation from AI.

By Amit B

Dec 6, 2023

It was very informative about how the patients, providers, and the intermediaries interact, what challenges they face, and the available solutions to tackle them.

By CHEN, H

Sep 25, 2022

This is my first online class, I think it is a very special experience to study this course. It also help me know more about my future job. It is very worthy!

By ankit s

Dec 3, 2024

Very informative. Please provide options including learning of UK healthcare with assessments based on that. Will give more usability to students from UK.

By Delina Y D

Apr 8, 2025

Brilliant teacher! He explains concepts very clearly and simply. Easy to follow, notes are provided in every module. A great intro to healthcare systems!

By ­홍대언 / 학 / 협 바

May 25, 2021

The course got me a chance to learn how hospitality systems operate in the real world. Professors are great and made lectures straightforward. Thank you.

By Andrea C

Apr 16, 2021

This course was the best first step towards learning how AI can be successfully implemented in healthcare! Looking forward to beginning the next course!

By Omar A

Mar 31, 2021

A good overview of the major players and structures of the US healthcare system. The lecturers have a good cadence and the content is well thought out.

By Chukwuemeka O

Oct 10, 2020

I found the course material very engaging and enlightening. The course provides excellent insight into all relevant players in the healthcare system.

By Cristofer R

Oct 26, 2022

It's very clear and elloquent, they provide all the definitions and a very neat picture of the high level picture. Really enjoyed the course.

By Sharath P

May 6, 2021

Loved the course. Its concise while covering wide spectrum of the healthcare. Its a must for any non-healthcare professional for quick intro.

By Muhammad K M

Sep 30, 2020

Quick and nice introduction to US healthcare. Enjoyed learning many aspects, specially role of Insurance in US healthcare delivery process.

By Nicole M

Jun 1, 2021

Very interesting and easy to follow. I enjoyed everything especially as a beginner with very minimal knowledge of the health care system.

By Ee V T

Jul 7, 2024

Fantastic speaker, I would say best of the lot. Content was easy for me because I'm in healthcare, did it as part of the specialisation.

By P I K

Sep 6, 2021

I learn so many new things realted to Health care. Useful information about Hospitals, Billing, Physicians and Health insurance plans.

By Tobias A B

Sep 22, 2020

A absolute mandatory basis for the understanding of the possible application areas for AI in Health Care and their ethical challenges!

By Deryck R C

Nov 10, 2020

Well made course and an eye opener to the importance of intermediaries, payment systems and AI ethical questions in healthcare.

By Pradeep M

Aug 4, 2022

I have learned lots, of new tools and technology use in healthcare and also understands of payer and provider working. Thanks!

By Gustavo F L

Jul 21, 2023

Muy ameno y util para entender como funciona el sistema de salud en Estados Unidos, desafíos presentes y posibles soluciones.

By Stefano M

Nov 19, 2020

good starting point to understand dynamics in healthcare and to see all the players involved in health management. Suggested!

By silla t

Apr 5, 2022

I had learned a lot of things even i have experience medical billing for more than three years especially hospital billing.