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What criteria should be used to evaluate health care reform? For example, a new health care policy could be assessed on how much it reduces cost or increases access. What do you think is the most important priority in health care reform? Why? Write at least 200 words to answer the prompt above Use at least one reference and an in-text citation in APA format. Your two responses to other students’ posts must be at least 100 words each. Basic DB info on this topic When looking at health care reform, the most accepted a criterion is around three main pillars: access, quality, and cost (sometimes called the Iron Triangle of health policy). On top of these, many people now stress equity, recognizing that a highly functioning system has to serve everyone fairly, regardless of income, race, or background. Access examines whether people can actually get care, considering insurance coverage, geographic availability, wait times, and affordability. Quality looks at provider performance, patient safety, health outcomes, and patient satisfaction. Cost focuses on both macro-level spending (healthcares impact on the economy) and affordability for individuals. Equity ensures the system doesnt just work, for example, if access is improved in general, but not for underserved groups. Many argue this is crucial care must be both accessible and fair (CMS, 2022).