Research articles that relate to legislation that has affected current healthcare policies such as: Health Insurance Portability & Accountability Act (HIPPA), Affordable Care Act (ACA), Mental Health Parity Act (MHPA)

By the end of this lesson, the learner will:

·         Understand the healthcare system of the United States.

         Evaluate the finances behind providing healthcare and the Affordable Care Act.

PPT Presentation Week 3

o    Research articles that relate to legislation that has affected current healthcare policies such as: Health Insurance Portability & Accountability Act (HIPPA), Affordable Care Act (ACA), Mental Health Parity Act (MHPA), Emergency Medical Treatment and Labor Act (EMTALA), Paperwork Reduction Act

Develop a PPT presentation with at least 20 slides (1 with APA references) explaining the health policy and policy-making process. Discuss the roles nursing organizations have played in influencing policy as it relates to the health policy/legislation selected. Discuss how this policy has impacted the healthcare system. Include how nurses can become involved in policymaking.