5 States Where People Spend the Most on Healthcare — and 5 States Where They Spend the Least

5 states where people spend the most on healthcare — and 5 states where they spend the least

Healthcare costs across the U.S. are out of control, with the average American spending around $1,500 out of pocket every year. But in some states, costs are significantly higher than in others.Read more...

What’s Up Doc? – South Louisiana Medical Associates, Dr. Ernesto Levy

South Louisiana Medical Associates Dr. Ernesto Levy • Rheumatologist • www .slma.cc Rheumatologist Dr. Ernesto Levy brings global experience and a deep commitment to patient care. Born in Buenos Aires, Argentina, he excelled in biology from an early age and was inspired to become the first doctor in his family. The birth of his daughter was a turning point—solidifying his resolve to build a meaningful and stable future through medicine. His pass…

Louisiana’s Healthcare Crisis: High Costs, Poor Results

Louisiana residents pay more for healthcare than most Americans, yet outcomes remain among the worst. Here's what’s driving the costs—and what can be done. Continue reading…

States Where People Spend the Most & Least on Health Care

Health care has become progressively more expensive in the U.S. For example, Americans’ average yearly out of pocket health care costs rose from $763 to $1,425 over the past two decades, outpacing inflation. To determine where people are spending the greatest percentage of their earnings on health care, WalletHub analyzed the prices of five key health care components in each of the 50 states, then added these costs together and compared them to …