Assignment: In a 2–3 page paper (not including references), please answer the following questions as they apply to the supplied information: Discuss supply and demand economic theory as it applies to costs for diagnosis and treatment of obesity-relate
Assignment:
In a 2–3 page paper (not including references), please answer the following questions as they apply to the supplied information:
- Discuss supply and demand economic theory as it applies to costs for diagnosis and treatment of obesity-related disease.
- Discuss the impact on State funds of Medicare and Medicaid expenditures. See Table 1, Estimated Adult Obesity-Attributable Percentages and Expenditures, by State (BRFSS 1998–2000).
- Speaking as a health care economist, what actions or initiatives would you recommend to contain or reduce costs for your particular state of residence?
Assignment Pointers:
1. Refer to the Unit 3 Project Information link (Kim, I will send the project information following the assignment)
2. Your paper (obviously well written in APA style) will be approximately three pages in length, one pertaining to each of the three listed questions. Do not submit your assignment as separate questions & answers.
3. Explain the theory in Question 1 and use the topic as an example for your explanation.
4. For Question 2, make this specific to where you live. If you need to use outside sources, by all means, do so.
5. Most importantly, in Question 3 tell me your recommendations and why you are making these suggestions.
6. Provide a cover page. Make all necessary citations and references.
