Healthcare Economics
Recently published articles about Cost and Economics
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The Characteristics and Burden of Cognitive Impairments in Schizophrenia in the US
August 11, 2025
Medical Expenditure Panel Survey data showed that over half of adults with schizophrenia report cognitive impairments, which were associated with higher healthcare costs and lower quality of life.
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Esketamine Nasal Spray vs Quetiapine ER in Treatment-Resistant Depression
January 27, 2025
Esketamine was associated with significantly larger improvements in work productivity loss and related costs compared to quetiapine, suggesting greater benefits from patient well-being and employer perspectives.
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Insurance Coverage and Health Outcomes in Young Adults With Mental Illness Following the ACA
August 23, 2017
In the US, young adults have historically had lower rates of health coverage than other groups. The dependent coverage provision of the Affordable Care Act extended private health insurance...
