Why is healthcare so complicated in the United States of America?

Healthcare in the U.S. is so complex because of its size and diversity. Approximately one-sixth of the world’s population and more than 50 different types of diseases exist in this country. Healthcare providers, patients, and their families all experience the roller coaster of healthcare costs, benefits, frustrations, and access. The U.S. has more than 4 million unique clinical sites that require a unique operational model to manage costs and ensure quality care for patients. It has a much greater variety accessible programs than most other countries with which it compares itself – government and private insurance coverage; tax benefits; eligibility criteria; payment rates; types of providers; standards of care; privacy laws; regulations on electronic medical records (e-health); quality measurement systems; cost transparency programs; data sharing arrangements between institutions and with other nations…the list goes on!

If you find yourself flummoxed by why healthcare costs are so high or what treatment works best for you or your family members, take heart! You aren’t alone — about 60% of Americans have concerns about their own healthcare situation. Read on to learn about the challenges faced when making healthcare choices for yourself or your loved ones in the U.S.

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