Medicaid (Fee for Service Only) for Home Health Care Services, All Establishments, Employer Firms
This dataset tracks medicaid (fee for service only) for home health care services, all establishments, employer firms over time.
Latest Value
23659.00
Year-over-Year Change
85.13%
Date Range
1/1/2015 - 1/1/2022
Summary
This economic trend measures Medicaid fee-for-service payments for home health care services provided by employer firms. It is an important indicator for understanding the utilization and costs of Medicaid-funded home health care.
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
The Medicaid (Fee for Service Only) for Home Health Care Services, All Establishments, Employer Firms trend represents the total dollar value of Medicaid fee-for-service payments made to employer-based home health care providers. This metric is used by policymakers and analysts to gauge the scale and growth of Medicaid-funded home health services.
Methodology
The data is collected and reported by the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS).
Historical Context
This trend provides insight into the role of Medicaid in financing home-based long-term care services.
Key Facts
- Medicaid is the largest payer of long-term care services in the U.S.
- Home health care is a rapidly growing segment of Medicaid long-term care spending.
- Employer firms account for the majority of Medicaid home health care providers.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: This trend measures Medicaid fee-for-service payments made to employer-based home health care providers in the United States.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: This metric provides insight into the utilization and costs of Medicaid-funded home health services, which is an important component of long-term care policy and spending.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected and reported by the U.S. Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services (CMS).
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: This trend is used by policymakers, researchers, and analysts to understand the role of Medicaid in financing home-based long-term care services.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: There may be lags in data reporting and updates due to the nature of Medicaid administrative systems.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Medicaid (Fee for Service Only) for Home Health Care Services, All Establishments, Employer Firms (HHCSMFSOAE46216), retrieved from FRED.