National Health Accounts Estimates 2019-20

April 26, 2023

Healthcare is one of the most crucial sectors for the development of any nation. Adequate healthcare facilities not only ensure the wellbeing of citizens but also contribute to the overall economic growth of a country. In India, the healthcare sector has witnessed some significant changes over the past few years. National Health Accounts Estimates 2019-20 was released recently by the Indian Government, providing a comprehensive analysis of the the trends in government and private health expenditures in India between 2014-15 and 2019-20.

Out-of-Pocket Expenditure (OOPE) in Total Health Expenditure

According to data released by the National Health Accounts, the share of Out-of-Pocket Expenditure (OOPE) in Total Health Expenditure in 2019-20 was 47.1%. This indicates that almost half of the healthcare expenses were borne by individuals directly from their pockets, which is a cause of concern.

Government Health Expenditure

The percentage increase in Government Health Expenditure’s share in the country’s total GDP between 2014-15 and 2019-20 was 0.22%. Although this increase may seem small, it indicates a positive trend in government spending on healthcare. The percentage increase in Government Health Expenditure’s share in Total Health Expenditure between 2014-15 and 2019-20 was 12.4%. This increase indicates that the governent’s contribution to healthcare expenditure has increased significantly over the years.

Per Capita Government Spending on Healthcare

The percentage increase in per capita Government spending on healthcare between 2014-15 and 2019-20 was 81.6%. This increase is a positive sign as it indicates that the government is spending more per person on healthcare. This increase in spending can lead to better healthcare facilities for citizens and can also boost the economy.

Government Spending on Health

The percentage increase in government spending on health between 2018-19 and 2019-20 was 12%. This indicates that the government has increased its spending on healthcare significantly. This increase is a positive sign for the healthcare sector and shows the government’s commitment to providing better healthcare facilities.

Share of Health Sector Spending in General Government Expenditure

The percentage increase in the share of health sector spending in General Government Expenditure between 2014-15 and 2019-20 was 1.08%. This indicates that the government is allocating more funds towards the healthcare sector, which is a positive sign.

Share of Primary Healthcare in Current Government Health Expenditure

The percentage increase in the share of primary healthcare in Current Government Health Expenditure between 2014-15 and 2019-20 was 4.6%. This indicates that the government is focusing more on primary healthcare, which is essential for the wellbeing of citizens.

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