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Dec 3, 2019
International Ranking — Health Outcomes
Although the United States spends more on healthcare than other developed countries, its health outcomes are generally no better.
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Dec 3, 2019
Per Capita Healthcare Costs — International Comparison
United States per capita healthcare spending is more than twice the average of other developed countries.
Blog Posts
Nov 14, 2019
Why are Prescription Drug Prices Rising and How Do They Affect the U.S. Fiscal Outlook?
The rising cost of prescription drugs is a key driver of overall healthcare spending in the U.S. This trend has significant implications not only for Americans who rely on medications, but also for our nation’s budget and fiscal outlook.
Charts
Sep 11, 2019
The Growth of Entitlement Programs
Spending on federal entitlement programs will more than double between 1984 and 2049.
https://www.pgpf.org/chart-archive/0027_entitlement-programs-proj
Charts
Sep 3, 2019
Medical Spending Grows with Age
Medical spending increases rapidly with age.
https://www.pgpf.org/chart-archive/0020_medical-spending-by-age
Charts
Aug 23, 2019
Income From Transfer Programs
Transfers from programs like Medicaid, CHIP, and SNAP represent an increasing share of income for low to middle income groups.
https://www.pgpf.org/chart-archive/0234_transfer_programs_share_income
Charts
Aug 22, 2019
Social Security, Healthcare, and Defense Spending 1965–2018
Growth in Social Security, Medicare, and Medicaid have more than offset declines in defense since the late 1960s.
https://www.pgpf.org/chart-archive/0013_spending-composition-simple
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Finding Solutions: Healthcare
Learn why healthcare costs are increasing, how Medicare and Medicaid affect the total costs, and some options for lowering the costs while improving outcomes
Multimedia
Interactive Map: Variations in Healthcare Costs
This interactive map shows Medicare spending per beneficiary, which varies significantly across the U.S.
https://www.pgpf.org/multimedia/2013-interactive-map-variations-in-healthcare-costs
Blog Posts
Jul 22, 2019
How Does the U.S. Healthcare System Compare to Other Countries?
The cost and quality of the U.S. healthcare system is one of the most prominent issues facing everyday Americans. It is a top policy concern for voters, a key indicator of economic efficiency, and a significant driver of the national debt.
https://www.pgpf.org/blog/2019/07/how-does-the-us-healthcare-system-compare-to-other-countries