Debated by many Americans, the question of whether or not the U.S. health care system is up to par can actually mean the difference between life and death.
This flowchart, put together by the School of Public Health and Health Services at George Washington University, compares America's health standards with the rest of the world to see if the U.S. is truly taking care of its citizens' needs. The results don't seem quite as dire as many people believe them to be; cited by the World Health Organization, the U.S. "spends more than 2.5% more on health care per person than most developed nations in the world."
Noted in the infographic however, is the expense of access to the U.S. health care system.
Comparative Health Charts
See How the U.S. Health Care System Stacks Up to the Rest of the World
Trend Themes
1. Health Care Spending Disparity - Recognizing the significant difference in health care spending between the U.S. and other developed nations presents opportunities for disruptive innovation in cost-effective health care solutions.
2. Global Health System Comparison - Comparing the U.S. health care system with other countries can spark innovation in improving efficiency, accessibility, and overall health outcomes.
3. Affordable Access to Health Care - The high cost of access to the U.S. health care system highlights the potential for disruptive innovation in creating affordable and inclusive health care solutions.
Industry Implications
1. Health Care - The health care industry can benefit from disruptive innovation in cost-effective solutions and improved accessibility to address the disparities in the U.S. health care system.
2. Health Technology - The health technology industry has opportunities to develop innovative digital solutions that reduce costs, improve efficiency, and enhance the accessibility of health care services.
3. Insurance - The insurance industry can explore disruptive innovation in creating affordable and comprehensive health insurance plans to facilitate greater access to quality health care for Americans.