And Medicare's costs grow at a slower rate--at least they have over the past 5 years--than the private health insurance for the same benefits. So it's just another indication of the efficiency of Medicare. Every year the government makes some changes. You know, ever since 1965, there have been changes made from time to time about Medicare to make it a more efficient program and to make it more directed toward healthy outcomes for the seniors.
On the recordMarch 17, 2010
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The speaker discusses the efficiency and cost-effectiveness of Medicare compared to private health insurance.
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