European Healthcare Expenditure on Inpatient Long Term Care (Health) by Compulsory Contributory Health Insurance Schemes and Compulsory Medical Saving Accounts (CMSA) by Country

In 2023, France led European countries in healthcare expenditure on inpatient long-term care through compulsory contributory health insurance schemes and CMSAs, at 24.27 billion euros, followed closely by the Netherlands at 20.52 billion euros, and Germany at 20.46 billion euros. Norway marked a significant increase compared to other countries at 24.4% year-on-year. Eastern European countries like Poland and Lithuania showcased notable growth, with variations of 15.02% and 9.5% respectively. Conversely, Belgium saw a sharp decline of 16.61%, while Greece experienced a slight dip of 0.39%.

Future trends indicate a rise in expenditures driven by aging demographics, leading to increased demand for long-term care services. Technological advancements and digitization are anticipated to streamline healthcare processes, possibly stabilizing costs. Additionally, policy changes in healthcare funding and insurance structures could influence expenditure patterns, with countries possibly employing diversified funding methods to sustain long-term care services.