HealthExec July 17, 2024
The number of adults who can afford the healthcare they need is rising, according to findings from a new survey by West Health and Gallup.
While most Americans surveyed said they are “cost secure” when it comes to paying for healthcare—including premiums, copays, prescriptions and medical bills—45% of adults reported having a problem coming up with the money. That number is six points higher than it was in 2022, and marks the highest percentage of respondents saying they struggle with costs since West Health and Gallup began the surveys in 2021.
When broken down by age, the survey findings show fewer young adults (18 to 49 years old) now say they are “cost secure,” dropping from 52% in...
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