In the last decade, the U.S. has taken measures to improve healthcare and the consumer experience. However, studies show that only seven percent of Americans are satisfied with the current healthcare system. The desire for change even crosses political lines and from multiple political affiliations…all agree the healthcare system needs changes or a complete overhaul.
The public perception of U.S. healthcare also hasn’t changed much since 1994. That’s 29 years that options have not changed about our healthcare system. According to a Gallup poll, seven in 10 think the current healthcare system is “in a state of crisis”
And isn’t it telling that 47M people are predicted to be uninsured or underinsured in 2023…the confidence in our system is at an all-time low…and people are struggling going without care, not managing chronic illnesses and ending up in the ER or worse…
What we will discuss:
1) The 6 issues with our healthcare system.
2) Considering the issues, what are the repercussions and what are your options?
3) The power of being a Savvy Health Care Consumer.
Prefer a transcript:
Episode 22 6 Issues with the U.S. Healthcare System – Repercussions and Options
Resources:
8 Major Problems with the US Healthcare System Today
Seven in 10 Maintain a Negative View of US Healthcare System
The U.S. Healthcare System is Broken: A National Perspective