Medical Services Expenditures by Disease: Endocrine; Nutritional; and Metabolic Diseases and Immunity Disorders Price Index, Blended Account Basis
EDCNMIPIBLEND • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
112.19
Year-over-Year Change
33.35%
Date Range
1/1/2000 - 1/1/2021
Summary
The Medical Services Expenditures by Disease: Endocrine; Nutritional; and Metabolic Diseases and Immunity Disorders Price Index, Blended Account Basis tracks the prices paid for medical services related to these disease categories.
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 measures the changes in prices for medical services associated with endocrine, nutritional, metabolic, and immunity disorders. It is an important indicator for policymakers and healthcare analysts in monitoring cost trends in these disease areas.
Methodology
The data is collected by the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis through surveys of healthcare providers.
Historical Context
This index is used to assess inflation in the medical services market and inform policy decisions related to healthcare costs.
Key Facts
- The index is based on a blended account methodology.
- It covers a range of endocrine, nutritional, metabolic, and immunity disorders.
- The index is an important indicator of medical cost inflation.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: This index measures the changes in prices for medical services associated with endocrine, nutritional, metabolic, and immunity disorders.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: This index is an important indicator for policymakers and healthcare analysts in monitoring cost trends in these disease areas.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected by the U.S. Bureau of Economic Analysis through surveys of healthcare providers.
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: This index is used to assess inflation in the medical services market and inform policy decisions related to healthcare costs.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The index is updated regularly, but there may be some delays in data reporting.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Medical Services Expenditures by Disease: Endocrine; Nutritional; and Metabolic Diseases and Immunity Disorders Price Index, Blended Account Basis (EDCNMIPIBLEND), retrieved from FRED.