The topic I have chosen for my argumentative essay is the increased healthcare costs in the United States. The cost of medical care is expensive, it affects patient care access, financial sustainability, and delivery.
Thesis:
I believe that addressing the high costs of healthcare in the United States is essential because it has a direct effect on people’s ability to access medical care, increase health disparities, and place a financial strain on families.
Bold claim/opinion:
The high healthcare costs in the United States are not supported and detrimental to the medical industry and individuals all together. By providing evidence of the reports of Americans struggling to pay medical bills, research of high out-of-pocket medical costs, and economic strain for healthcare systems, it is shown that the rising costs of medcal service in the United States are in fact unsustainable and dangerous to the healthcare industry and families as a whole.
Introductory Paragraph
Hook: Imagine families suffering from medical debt, unable to afford care that they need.
Background Information on topic: The United States has the most expensive healthcare internationally, and impact is being recognized.
Relevance of topic: We are discussing people’s health not just numbers.
Thesis statement: I believe that addressing the high costs of healthcare in the United States is essential because it has a direct effect on people’s ability to access medical care, increase health disparities, and place a financial strain on families.
Supporting Evidence Paragraphs 1, 2, 3
Reason #1: Access to medical services are essential
The high costs of healthcare is limiting patient access for important treatments and health disease prevention.
Provide examples of citizens who delay medical care.
Paragraphs 4, 5, 6
Reason #2: Health inequalities
Statistics or studies that talk about differences in medcal service outcomes and access.
Explanation of existing differences in healthcare acces and quality between diverse groups.
Paragraphs 7, 8, 9
Reason #3: Financial burden
Discuss how healthcare costs is not affordable for individuals and families leading to debt.
Provide studies on the impact of high costs of medical care on households.
Counterargument Paragraphs:
Some people may argue that the high costs of healthcare is necessary for the best care outcomes and motivate the medical industry.
They might suggest that reducing the cost will lead to compromises in treatment service and quality of care.
Rebuttal Paragraphs:
It is important to acknowledge that healthcare system’s are not focused on the high cost and doesn’t determine the quality of care. Other countries with lower medical costs than the U.S. still maintain high-quality care and prioritize change. Addressing the inefficiencies and implementing affordable measures, it is possible to lower healthcare expenses without giving up the quality of care. Furthermore, excessive cost of healthcare creates financial obstacles that stop people from accessing important medical care, leading to bad health outcomes and growing disparities.
Conclusion Paragraph:
In conclusion, the concern of high healthcare prices in the United States is a significant obstacle to fair access and essential medical care. As I’ve emphasized throughout the essay, these costs have considerable repercussions, affecting people, families, and the medical system as a whole.
Write a minimum of 4 pages (not including title or reference page) on a specific issue to argue using either the Toulmin, Rogerian, or middle-ground approach. Identify which style of argument theory you have selected in your introductory paragraph.
Utilize a minimum of 3 credible sources. You should use sources to support your ideas or to use as examples of opposing viewpoints.
Use in-text citations and references appropriately (APA, 7th ed.).
Include an arguable claim that serves as your thesis statement and at least one counterargument/rebuttal in your supporting evidence paragraphs.
Organize/structure your paper according to argument type. See Additional Resources below for more information.
