Write a paper with bibliography.
Synthesize your understanding of why Medicare Part D passed, as well as the influence of the various interest groups and governmental entities during this process. Make sure to discuss both the policy process and the policy environmentthat is, the key players involved and other circumstances that shaped this policy-making effort. For this assignment, address the following questions, doing further research as needed:
How did various stakeholder groups influence the final outcome of Medicare Part D legislation?
What were the specific strategies and tools that were used most effectively?
Does the fact that Medicare Part D passed corresponds with your understanding of policy and politics, or did this surprise you? Explain your response.
Web Video
Health Policymaking in the United States
Chapter 8: Policy Implementation Activities: Designing, Rulemaking, Operating and Evaluating
Under The Influence 60 Minutes’ Steve Kroft Reports On Drug Lobbyists’ Role in Passing Bill That Keeps Drug Prices High.
https://www.cbsnews.com/news/under-the-influence/
Web Reading
Read about the research results on the impact to patients after the enactment of Medicare Part D Drug Utilization and Expenditures.
http://www.annals.org/content/148/3/I-14.full
