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Bellevue Hospital
This is the first-ever Hospital In the U.S. This was established during the War of the Polish Succession. -
American Medical Association
This association was founded to promote the Science of medicine. The Mexican American War was happening and the need for medical care for soldiers was important -
First Health insurance plan
This plan was introduced in the U.S., and it is known as the Blue Cross. The Aftermath of World War l showed the need for a better Healthcare system. -
Hill-Burton act
This act was important, and it got passed so more hospitals could be built and healthcare facilities could be expanded. This act was passed after World War ll, and people were in need of medical assistance -
Medicare and Medicaid
This was a program that was for providing healthcare for low-income families. The Civil Rights Movement was going on at the same time, and it influenced the expansion of healthcare. -
HIPAA
HIPAA stands for Health Insurance Portability Accountability Act This was a law that protected patient information -
Affordable Care Act
This act was a law that was aimed at increasing health insurance coverage and reducing cost. This act was signed after The Great Recession and it showed the need for good healthcare -
Covid 19
This pandemic affected everyone worldwide and put a toll on all hospitals, schools, etc and its still hasnt gone away -