European Healthcare Expenditure on Residential Long-Term Care Facilities by NPISH Financing Schemes by Country

The data indicates that in 2023, Cyprus had the highest healthcare expenditure on residential long-term care facilities at 1.08% of total current health expenditure. The UK followed closely at 0.99%, showing a notable year-on-year increase of 3.1%. Poland’s expenditure increased by 3.86%, while Estonia and Italy also saw significant year-on-year growth at 8.45% and 5.92%, respectively. Declines were notable in Germany, Switzerland, and Romania. Over the past five years, these expenditures have shown varied trends across countries, highlighting differing healthcare priorities and financial frameworks.

Future trends to monitor include:

• The impact of aging populations on long-term care demand, especially in countries with historically lower expenditure like Romania and Hungary.
• Policy shifts in healthcare financing, which could affect expenditure patterns in nations such as Germany and Switzerland.
• Technological advancements that could drive efficiency and potentially reduce costs in countries with high growth rates like Poland and Estonia.