tervisearvestus

Tervisearvestus, often translated as health accounting or health economics, is a field that examines the allocation and use of resources within the healthcare sector. It applies economic principles to analyze the production, distribution, and consumption of health services and goods. This includes studying the costs associated with various medical treatments, the efficiency of healthcare delivery systems, and the factors influencing healthcare demand and supply.

The scope of tervisearvestus is broad, encompassing microeconomic and macroeconomic perspectives. At a microeconomic level, it might investigate the pricing of drugs, the decision-making processes of patients and providers, or the cost-effectiveness of specific interventions. On a macroeconomic scale, it can analyze national health expenditures, the impact of health on economic growth, or the design of health insurance systems.

Key areas within tervisearvestus include health insurance, healthcare financing, health technology assessment, and public health economics. It seeks to understand how to achieve the best possible health outcomes given limited resources. Methods employed often involve statistical analysis, econometric modeling, and cost-benefit analysis. The goal is to inform policy decisions, improve resource allocation, and ultimately enhance the overall health and well-being of populations.