On the recordJuly 12, 2016
Seniors suffering from these chronic illnesses, such as heart disease, cancer, diabetes, and stroke, now account for 93 percent of the spending in the Medicare program.
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Wyden highlights the financial impact of chronic illnesses on Medicare.
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