Health Care System Challenges: Access

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Health Care System Challenges: Access

  • Despite higher health care spending, the U.S. has not achieved broad access to care:

    • Tens of millions of Americans remain uninsured or underinsured.
    • Additional individuals are losing Medicaid coverage during period of economic downturn.
    • Health insurance may be out of reach for many individuals in poor health.