Is it useful only to US residents?

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Re: Is it useful only to US residents?

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Yes, this book applies primarily to those in the US, but healthcare is healthcare everywhere, even in countries with 'free' healthcare services. For the sake of time and convenience, everybody is not always gonna go to a government hospital.
The book could benefit anyone concerned with the business and personal aspect of healthcare, respectively.
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It's true the book is about the healtcare system of usa and also written by an american author , the book certainley shows us the issues in american healthcare system . The book share s9me basic concepts which also applicabel in other countries as well but the biggest difference is the cost of geeting healthcare treatment which is very expensive in usa as compared to other countries so the book's whole focus is on us people but still others to read if they wanna know about us healthcare systems
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Sushan wrote: 01 Jun 2021, 07:08
Bookreviewer71 wrote: 01 Jun 2021, 05:29 Though the technicalities regarding the medical system given in the book are relevant only to the US residents, the basic ideas in the book regarding care providers, minimizing out-of-pocket expenses and, choosing the right insurance plan are commonly acceptable.
I see. Different countries have different healthcare systems and associated practices. But the basics are same in many places and seemingly this author has written this book in a way that anyone can get a general idea about many aspects which are related to business of healthcare.
I think most of similarities can be noticed in Western Europe countries. For example in the Netherlands, you need to pay for your insurance, and it's not a matter of choice. If you work, it's an obligation. The health-care system is on the high-end quality, and the insurance will cover most of expenses above so called "own risk" which is an annual basic cost coverage you need to pay yourself. So you pay on your own up to around €380, and if your medical costs go over it, your insurance will take care of it.
On the other side there are Eastern Europe countries, which will provide a public health-care, but if you'll have to pay for your own medicines and any advanced treatment that isn't covered by a state. And if you get to a hospital, they will feed you with dry bread and a bit of jam, and you'll be lucky if you have family members who will be able to bring you some quality food. It's also quite possible that you'll need to bribe someone in the hospital to be treated decently.
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Post by Nithilah Ayyappan »

Though the medical system described in the book is only applicable in the US, the general idea of healthcare and proper medical care is important worldwide. Therefore this book isn't only useful to US residents and can be read and interpreted by anyone.
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No, you see here where I am right now, we have a saying that knowledge or wisdom to you is given by someone close. For me, I learnt one thing in particular that I should not take anything concerning my health, body and well-being however small, irrelevant or un-alerting it may be lightly. I do not know much about health insurance, and sincerely it would an uncalled for expense that I may never take up. And my country's public services health or anything need a great of filters and prayers per say.
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It really depends. In my country where I live now, I have government healthcare insurance. But it is limited with the medicines and we cannot pick the senior doctors (if you are in hospital). We can have private healthcare insurance, of course, but from what I experienced, if we have only health insurance from government is still quite worth it.
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In Africa our healthcare system is still in its infant stage. I think the book was only specific for the US residence. However, other countries can also learn from the picture that the author was trying to paint and use that knowledge to create a better healthcare system. Growing up in Zimbabwe, i hardly knew anyone who had health insurance. We grew up without health insurance and thousands of other families, even today i can boldly say that there are millions of Zimbabweans with no health insurance. Which is the last of their worries , actually. People are just trying to get by.
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The book can be more useful to US residents but that doesn't mean it is of no help to other country readers. Healthcare is an important part of everybody's lives and thus the basics in the book apply to all not just US residents.
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This book would definitely not apply to people who live in countries that provide health care to its citizens. On the other hand, health care in any country is not perfect, but here in the United States we need a better system than we have currently. I also think that people going into debt because of the high cost of medical procedures is one of the main reasons why people wait so long to see a doctor and when they do see a doctor it is typically in the emergency room.
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Frankly, she spoke based on her experience in the US. However, the same is obtainable in countries all over the world. The healthcare system had been turned into a money making venture and the victims are the innocent patients who have entrusted their welfare into the health professionals. I work in the health sector and I must say, her words touch every aspect of the healthcare system worldwide if permuted/adjusted here and there.
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The book is basically about a deep understanding of the healthcare system. People need to know these aspects, irrespective of the country they belong to. There is no doubt that the book has given more details of the US system, as the author belongs to that place. However, in many parts of the world, health is not taken care of by the government. So it is advisable if individuals have taken health insurance.
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I believe that this book is also beneficial to the wider society because information can never be too much especially when it relates to health, and as the saying goes: Health is wealth.
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I think each country has its own health care practices that can be different from one another. However, I do think that what the author has discussed in her book is still very helpful especially during this time of pandemic. I'm from Asia, and I've learned a lot from this book and I love the part wherein she discussed the importance of being an advocate for yourself and being more proactive when it comes to your health choices.
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While many ideas are US-centric, I believe this book is equally useful to all people from all walks of life. In my country, for instance, the government is striving to achieve Universal Health Coverage to protect its citizens. Most people still have to pay for the most basic commodities in the healthcare setup. The incentives offered by the government, though, cover a few areas such as Mother-Child Healthcare.
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I believe that this book is helpful and useful to both US citizens and people from different countries. For instance in my country we don't have free healthcare. There's the National Healthcare Insurance Fund that's provided by the government, which citizens pay for according to income. There's also the option to seek out private insurance covers.
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