Wie funktioniert das Gesundheitssystem der USA?

Die Aufgabe, die Gesundheit der Bürger zu erhalten liegt nicht in staatlicher Hand, sondern ist Privatsache. Lediglich ältere US-Amerikaner und besonders bedürftige Menschen sind durch eine bundesstaatliche Krankenversicherung (Medicare) beziehungsweise eine Krankenfürsorge (Medicaid) geschützt.

Wie viel kostet eine private Krankenversicherung in den USA?

Laut Henry Kaiser Family Foundation, betragen die jährlichen Kosten einer individuellen amerikanischen Krankenversicherung 6251 $ und 17 545 $ für eine vierköpfige Familie(2).

What is Medicare and how does it work?

What’s Medicare? Medicare is the federal health insurance program for: People with End-Stage Renal Disease (permanent kidney failure requiring dialysis or a transplant, sometimes called ESRD) Part A covers inpatient hospital stays, care in a skilled nursing facility, hospice care, and some home health care.

What is the difference between social security and Medicare?

Medicare is managed by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS). The Social Security Administration works with CMS by enrolling people in Medicare. Am I eligible?

What are the different parts of Medicare?

The different parts of Medicare help cover specific services: Medicare Part A (Hospital Insurance) Part A covers inpatient hospital stays, care in a skilled nursing facility, hospice care, and some home health care. Medicare Part B (Medical Insurance)

How much does the US spend on Medicare each year?

In 2018, Medicare spending was over $740 billion, about 3.7\% of U.S. gross domestic product and over 15\% of total US federal spending. Because of the two Trust funds and their differing revenue sources (one dedicated and one not), the Trustees analyze Medicare spending as a percent of GDP rather than versus the Federal budget.

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