"Last year, two out of every three New Yorkers delayed or went without healthcare care due to cost. Hospital price inflation has risen over 100% since 2009, far exceeding inflation in prescription drugs, housing, or food prices."
"If we want to know why families, small businesses, and government budgets are struggling to manage the overwhelming burden of healthcare costs, we do not need to look any further than the high and rising hospital prices driving that surge."
In New York, affordability has become a critical issue, with two-thirds of residents delaying healthcare due to costs. Hospital price inflation has surpassed 100% since 2009, significantly outpacing increases in other essential expenses. Proposals to address the cost-of-living crisis include raising taxes on the wealthy and corporations, easing utility bills, expanding childcare access, and protecting healthcare coverage. However, a significant gap remains in addressing the rising hospital prices that contribute to the financial strain on families and businesses.
Read at www.amny.com
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