Investigating the Relationship between Healthcare Coverage Literacy and Policyholder Outcomes in Healthcare System

Authors

  • Lakshmi Narasimhan Srinivasagopalan

Keywords:

Healthcare Coverage Literacy, Policyholder Outcomes, Global Healthcare Dynamics, Healthcare Policy, Health Education, Policy Reform, Health Systems Analysis

Abstract

Given the quickly changing global healthcare landscape, research into the relationship between policyholder outcomes and healthcare coverage knowledge is crucial. This study looks at how healthcare literacy affects policyholders' quality of outcomes, especially when there are major changes to healthcare policies and improvements in technology. This study assesses trends, regional differences, and possible interventions to increase literacy and, in turn, outcomes by utilizing a combination of quantitative and qualitative techniques. By leveraging a combination of quantitative and qualitative methodologies, this study evaluates trends, regional variations, and potential interventions to enhance literacy and, consequently, improve outcomes. The findings reveal a substantial correlation between higher levels of healthcare literacy and positive policyholder experiences, underscoring the need for targeted educational initiatives and policy reforms. These insights have profound implications for stakeholders across the healthcare spectrum, including policymakers, providers, and insurers. Result showed that Urban and high-income regions demonstrate notably higher literacy levels, with average scores of 85 and 90, respectively, and over 75% of respondents having high literacy.

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13.02.2023

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Lakshmi Narasimhan Srinivasagopalan. (2023). Investigating the Relationship between Healthcare Coverage Literacy and Policyholder Outcomes in Healthcare System. International Journal of Intelligent Systems and Applications in Engineering, 11(4s), 673–680. Retrieved from https://ijisae.org/index.php/IJISAE/article/view/7096

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Vol. 11 No. 4s (2023)

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Research Article

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