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Healthcare Financing Trends

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Healthcare Financing Trends

Growth Rates of NHE by Source of Funds, the Consumer Price Index (CPI) and Wages and Salaries, 2002-2006

Historically, the growth rates of all NHE payment components have been higher than the growth rate of the CPI.

Where it Came From

*Projected or estimated

Source: Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (2007), Congressional Budget Office (2007)


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