Healthcare expenditure on general outpatient curative care in Spain shows a declining trend from 2013 to 2023, with a notable deceleration in spending starting in 2014. As of 2023, healthcare expenditure stands at 8.29 units of total current health expenditure. Year-on-year variation indicates minor fluctuations, with a peak decline of -3.69% in 2014. The last five years show an average annual decrease (CAGR) of -0.69%. The forecast for the next five years projects a further decline at an average rate of -0.79% per year, totaling a -3.9% reduction by 2028.
Future trends to watch include:
- Impact of demographic changes such as aging population on outpatient care demand.
- Effects of technological advancements and telemedicine on reducing costs.
- Policy changes in healthcare funding and resource allocation by the Spanish government.
- Potential shifts due to economic factors and post-pandemic healthcare adjustments.
