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Why Your Healthcare Costs So Much - TED

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Explore the hidden factors driving high healthcare costs in the US through Health Economist Irene Papanicolas' TEDMED 2018 Talk. Uncover data-driven insights comparing US healthcare spending to other high-income countries, debunking common theories and revealing surprising influences like non-transparent pricing and administrative complexity. Gain a deeper understanding of the challenges facing the US healthcare system and discover potential pathways towards a more sustainable future.

Syllabus

Intro
The problem
The approach
The big picture
The data
Administrative costs
Price differences
What can we do

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