OECD Reviews of Health Systems Switzerland The Swiss population enjoys good health and universal access to a comprehensive range of modern health services, with unconstrained choice of provider. Nonetheless, policy makers are faced with considerable policy challenges, particularly to contain fast-growing health spending and improve value for money. While reforms in the system are needed, views about the most appropriate directions of change differ widely. This book analyses the strengths and weaknesses of the Swiss health system. It weighs them against the key policy objectives of health-system effectiveness and responsiveness, access to care and equitable financing, efficient supply of services, and financial sustainability. The report assesses new proposals for reform of the health system and provides policy recommendations to help address current and upcoming challenges facing the Swiss authorities. OECD Reviews of Health Systems OECD Reviews of Health Systems Switzerland The full text of this book is available on line via this link: http://www.sourceoecd.org/socialissues/9264025820 Those with access to all OECD books on line should use this link: http://www.sourceoecd.org/9264025820 Switzerland SourceOECD is the OECD’s online library of books, periodicals and statistical databases. For more information about this award-winning service and free trials ask your librarian, or write to us at
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