Cost of Health Care

The May Health Tracking Poll finds that many Americans continue to report problems paying medical bills and are taking specific actions to limit personal health spending. A quarter report they have had problems paying medical bills in the past year and six in ten say they have cut corners to avoid health care costs. The survey also finds that health care can be a point of stress as many Americans report being worried about losing their health insurance or not being able to afford needed care. [cont. – PDF]

Kaiser Family Foundation