HCM 6700 - Hospital Finance and Managed Care

(1 TO 3 credits)

Examines the underlying theories and features of third party payment systems. An in-depth study is made of the Medicare and Michigan Blue Cross payment systems for hospitals. The role of managed care programs, particularly those of capitated HMOs will also be studied. Also examined are the internal and external financial reporting, operating, and capital budgeting issues related to these payment systems.

Prerequisite(s): Student must be admitted to the Executive MBA program.

Comments: Formerly HCM 670.

Course revisions made after the Graduate Catalog publication date will be posted in the Graduate Catalog Addendum.