European Healthcare Expenditure on Pharmaceuticals and Medical Non-Durable Goods by Household Out-of-Pocket Payment by Country

In 2023, Switzerland led European countries in healthcare expenditure on pharmaceuticals and medical non-durable goods by household out-of-pocket payment per capita, followed by Iceland and Liechtenstein. Notable year-on-year increases were observed in Greece, Bulgaria, Romania, and the Czech Republic, indicating significant upward trends in these countries. Conversely, Cyprus, Ireland, France, and Croatia experienced a decline, suggesting potential shifts in healthcare funding. Over a longer period, the compound annual growth rate (CAGR) highlights variability, with emerging trends in Eastern and Southern European countries.

Future trends to watch include the impact of healthcare policy changes and economic shifts on expenditure, the role of aging populations, and increasing price sensitivity, particularly in countries with high growth rates such as Greece and Bulgaria.