The out-of-pocket health expenditures in the Netherlands have shown a declining trend from 2013 to 2023 when expressed as a percentage of GDP. The expenditures decreased from 1.22% in 2013 to 1.09% in 2023. Initial years saw more significant reductions, with -3.79% in 2017 and -3.04% in 2018, before stabilizing in recent years. The compound annual growth rate (CAGR) reflects this trend, going from 5.8% in 2013 to just 0.092% in 2023. Nonetheless, the forecasted CAGR over the next five years indicates a modest increase of 0.58% annually, reaching 1.13% by 2028.
Future trends to watch for:
Impact of healthcare policy changes on out-of-pocket expenses.
Economic factors influencing GDP and healthcare spending.
Technological advancements and their effects on healthcare costs.
