Healthcare is the largest sector of the U.S. economy.

*Annual figure for 2006 projected by Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services.

Note: National Health Expenditure measures the total amount spent in the U.S. to purchase healthcare goods and services during the year. The amount invested in medical sector structures and equipment and in non-commercial research in the U.S. is also included. Based on current dollars.

Source: Bureau of Economic Analysis (2006), Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (2006)