[Verified Answer]: Identify What FQHCs are , why they are…

Identify What FQHCs are , why they are important, how they impact health care delivery, and make a comparison to traditional outpatient care services. Identification and analysis of how FQHCs changed the delivery of healthcare in the U.S. (e.g. define, identify legislation for the creation of FQHCs, cite changes). Exploration of socio-economic factors influencing the creation of FQHCs (who do they serve and why they are important). Compare the difference in FQHCs to Outpatient care facilities with regard to personnel, services, and different relationships within healthcare. Specifics will be needed: History and Background of FQHCs A. Origins B. Legislative Background C. Evolution Over Time Characteristics of FQHCs A. Services Provided B. Patient Population C. Funding Mechanisms Importance of FQHCs in Addressing Healthcare Disparities A. Serving Underserved Communities B. Providing Comprehensive Care C. Reducing Healthcare Costs Compare differences between FQHCs and Hospital Outpatient Clinics.