A group of respected analysts of health issues considers the economic forces impacting the surging health care market and examines the ultimate fairness of an i

Everyone agrees on the need to reform Medicare but not on how to do it. Some argue the program is too comprehensive, others that it is not comprehensive enough.

In recent years, bitter partisan disputes have erupted over Medicare reform. Democrats and Republicans have fiercely contested issues such as prescription drug

Introduction: The house of medicine and medical prices -- The enduring influence of the house of medicine over prices -- The science of work and payment reform

Describes factors that will lead to the collapse of Medicare and gives recommendations for preserving the program's future. Examines major problems of financing