This week we have learned about the influence of different external factors on the U.S. healthcare systems. Some of these factors are political influence, health policy, economic, socioeconomic, quality, and patient safety, and market competition. Each has some degree of influence on how healthcare is delivered to communities. Research one of these areas and describe the factors influencing how healthcare is delivered to a specific community in the age of current healthcare reform. You may choose a specific type of healthcare service or community for this discussion. Compare your findings to this week’s readings and lecture. What is the same and what is different?