Question

What percentage of health-care expenditure by the elderly is typically for outpatient care in India?

• A. 10%-20%
• B. 20%-40%
• C. 40%-80%
• D. 80%-90%

Answer 1

Answer:

C. 40%-80%

The majority of health-care expenditures by the elderly in India is through outpatient care, ranging from 40% to 80%. The lack of coverage for outpatient services, diagnostics, and medications is particularly problematic given the rise in chronic diseases.