Question

Which countries did the author travel to, and what type of health insurance models did these countries have?

a. France (Bismarck), Canada (National Health Insurance), Japan (Beveridge)
b. Germany (Bismarck), UK (Beveridge), USA (Out of pocket)
c. Canada (Beveridge), UK (National Health Insurance), USA (Employer-based)
d. Japan (Beveridge), Germany (Bismarck), USA (National Health Insurance)

Answer 1

The author traveled to France (Bismarck), Canada (National Health Insurance), and Japan (Beveridge), each with different health insurance models.

Step-by-step explanation:

The author traveled to the following countries:

1. France (Bismarck)
2. Canada (National Health Insurance)
3. Japan (Beveridge)

These countries have different health insurance models:

• France has the Bismarck model, which relies on social insurance funded by contributions from employees, employers, and the government.
• Canada has the National Health Insurance model, which provides universal coverage through a government-funded single-payer system.
• Japan has the Beveridge model, which provides universal coverage through government financing and the assignment of healthcare providers.