Health Economics of Japan: Patients, Doctors, and Hospitals Under a Universal Health Insurance SystemComparing the Japanese system with that of the United States, the researchers analyze economic decision making and resource allocation, the organization of Japan's health insurance system, the staffing of hospitals, the adoption of medical technologies, and the prescription of medications. |
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Aggregate Demand for Medical Care | 49 |
Outpatient Medical Demand | 63 |
Inpatient Hospital Choice | 93 |
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