Unit 3: Healthcare Systems Flashcards

World Health Organizations

international health agency that aims to improve health globally and coordinated health efforts around the world.

Center for disease control and prevention 

A federal health agency that aims to improve public health by control

National Institutes Health

The United States official medical research agency

Agency for Healthcare research and Quality

A U.S government agency that aims to improve the quality, safety, and effectiveness of healthcare for all Americans

Americas’s Health Insurance Plans

A national trade association that represents insurance companies in the U.S

U.S Food and Drug Administration

A federal agency in charge of protecting public health by regulating food, drugs, and medical devices 

Administrations for Children and Families

 A U.S government agency that promotes the well-being of children and families 

Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services 

A U.S government agency that administers the nations major health insurance programs

Occupational Safety and Health Administration

A U.S government agency that ensure safety and healthy working conditions for healthcare employees 

U.S Public Health Services

A federal agency of healthcare professional that aims to advance the health of the nation 

Surgeon General

The leading spokes men on public health in the U.S

Department of Homeland Security

A U.S federal agency responsible for protecting the country against threats and disasters

State Health Department Roles

State level government agencies that protect and improve the health of citizens in their states

Local Health Department Roles

community-level health agencies that improve and protect the health of citizens in their respective communities

Medicare

A health insurance program primarily for people 65 or up, or for people with health condition or disabilities 

Medicaid

A joint federal and state health insurance program for those with low income and/ or limited resources 

VA Administrations 

Department of Veteran Affairs —> A U.S government agency that support and provides to military veterans Ho

Hospitals

Healthcare facilities that provide medical care and treatment for people who are ill/ injured/ who surgery 

Long-Term care facilities 

facilities that provide ongoing support and medical care for those tho cannot provide/ support for themselves 

Hospice

Care that prioritizes quality of comfort for those with terminal illnesses or are nearing end of life Emer

Emergency Care services

Provides immediate care for sudden, serious, or life-threatening medical problems 

Mental Health Facilities

Facilities that provide mental health service (I.e. therapy, counseling) for those with mental health conditions

Rehabilitation facilities

centers that help people recover, regain skills, or improve function

pharmaceutical Research and Manufacturers of America

a trade association that represents the biopharmacutical companies of America

American Healthcare Associations 

a trade association that represents long- term care providers in the U.S

National Center for Health statistics

a U.S federal agency that collect, analyzes, and publish healthcare data of Americans 

American Hospital Association

A national trade association that represents hospitals, networks, and healthcare organizations in the U.S 

Duty to Treat

A legal; and ethical obligation for healthcare workers and facilities to provide accurate care to patients 

Residential Care facilities

places where people live to receive support and care for daily activities and healthcare services