Implantable Medical Devices and Healthcare Affordability 1st Edition

Grabbing attention right away, Implantable Medical Devices and Healthcare Affordability, 1st Edition by Mark C. West and Michael Georgulis, Jr. delivers a timely, authoritative look at how implantable devices intersect with rising healthcare costs across the United States and global health systems.

This clear, well-structured volume explores the economic drivers behind implantable device pricing, the regulatory and reimbursement landscapes that shape market access, and the real-world consequences for patients, providers, and payers. Through expert analysis, the authors illuminate how innovation, supply chains, insurance models, and policy decisions influence affordability and equity in care—making complex health-economics concepts accessible to clinicians, administrators, and policymakers.

Practical and persuasive, the book uses case-based insights and data-driven discussion to reveal opportunities for cost containment without compromising outcomes. Readers will find strategic guidance on negotiating value-based contracts, evaluating cost-effectiveness, and designing sustainable procurement and clinical pathways for cardiac, orthopedic, neurostimulator, and other implantable technologies. Its global perspective compares the United States with European and emerging-market approaches, helping stakeholders adapt best practices across different systems.

Whether you are a health economist, hospital executive, medical device professional, graduate student, or policy advisor, this edition equips you with the knowledge to make informed decisions that balance innovation with affordability. For anyone engaged with the future of medical technology and its impact on healthcare budgets and patient access, Implantable Medical Devices and Healthcare Affordability is an essential, actionable resource—order your copy today to stay ahead in a rapidly evolving field.

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