Slide 7 - Hospital Expenses and Length of Stay, 2000-2004


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Hospital Expenses and Length of Stay, 2000-2004

Between 2000 and 2004, the average length of a hospital stay has been constant, while the cost-per-stay has increased every year.

Source: Adapted from the American Hospital Association and The Lewin Group TrendWatch Chartbook 2006: Trends Affecting Hospitals and Health Systems, U.S. Census Bureau


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