Medical Services Expenditures by Disease: Complications of Pregnancy; Childbirth; and the Puerperium Price Index, MEPS Account Basis
COPRCHPIMEPS • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
118.28
Year-over-Year Change
64.03%
Date Range
1/1/2000 - 1/1/2021
Summary
The Medical Services Expenditures by Disease: Complications of Pregnancy; Childbirth; and the Puerperium Price Index measures the changes in prices for medical services related to pregnancy, childbirth, and the puerperium. This is a key economic indicator for healthcare costs and market trends.
Analysis & Context
This economic indicator provides valuable insights into current market conditions and economic trends. The data is updated regularly by the Federal Reserve and represents one of the most reliable sources for economic analysis.
Understanding this metric helps economists, policymakers, and investors make informed decisions about economic conditions and future trends. The interactive chart above allows you to explore historical patterns and identify key trends over time.
About This Dataset
This index tracks the price changes for medical services and treatments associated with pregnancy complications, childbirth, and the puerperium (the period immediately after childbirth). It is used by economists, policymakers, and healthcare analysts to understand cost pressures and market dynamics in this important sector.
Methodology
The data is collected through the Medical Expenditure Panel Survey (MEPS), a nationally representative survey of healthcare use, expenditures, sources of payment, and insurance coverage.
Historical Context
This price index informs policy decisions related to healthcare affordability and accessibility for expectant and new mothers.
Key Facts
- Measures price changes for medical services related to pregnancy, childbirth, and postpartum care.
- Used by economists and policymakers to understand healthcare cost pressures for expectant and new mothers.
- Data collected through the nationally representative Medical Expenditure Panel Survey (MEPS).
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: This index tracks the price changes for medical services and treatments associated with pregnancy complications, childbirth, and the puerperium (the period immediately after childbirth).
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: This price index is used by economists, policymakers, and healthcare analysts to understand cost pressures and market dynamics in this important sector, informing decisions related to healthcare affordability and accessibility for expectant and new mothers.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected through the Medical Expenditure Panel Survey (MEPS), a nationally representative survey of healthcare use, expenditures, sources of payment, and insurance coverage.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: This price index informs policy decisions related to healthcare affordability and accessibility for expectant and new mothers.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The data is subject to the update schedule and potential limitations of the underlying MEPS survey.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Medical Services Expenditures by Disease: Complications of Pregnancy; Childbirth; and the Puerperium Price Index (COPRCHPIMEPS), retrieved from FRED.