Medical Departures

The US spends $12,530 per person for medical treatment in 2020 up 9.7%

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  • US healthcare spending grows 9.7% to $4.1 trillion, or $12,530 per person, in 2020
  • Health Affairs reports spending The share of the economy devoted to healthcare spending was 19.7 percent in 2020
  • Growth rate in 2020 was the largest jump recorded since 2002
  • "Federal spending increased rapidly in 2020 as the government increased public health spending to combat the pandemic and provided significant assistance to health care providers."

    • *disclaimer* this is not medical advice - this is meant for information purposes only and is not intended to be medical advice or instructions for medical diagnosis or treatment. Please consult with your doctor or a qualified medical professional before starting or changing medical treatment.

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    Medical DeparturesBy Paul McTaggart