Dr. Reece (Center for Practical Health Reform), who supports improving the U.S. healthcare system incrementally through cooperation between government and the private sector rather than sweeping government-imposed reforms, presents trends and case studies of innovations relating to: small- and large-group practices, joint hospital-physician ventures, employer and health plans, expanding markets/cost constraint, and the emerging consumer movement. Case studies feature lessons learned from implementing innovative ventures, many of which are information technology-driven. Innovations discussed include electronic medical records, hospitals tailored to baby boomers, in-store clinics, and standardized codes for integrative health care. Annotation ©2007 Book News, Inc., Portland, OR (booknews.com)