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Lifetime benefit estimates for 37 states and territories in U.S. in 2004 as reported by the CDC (n=2,073,969).
| Estimate of Benefit | Mild | Moderate | Severe | Profound | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Prevalence | 910 | 453 | 244 | 236 | 1843 |
| Individual cost reduction | $250,000 | $500,000 | $750,000 | $1,000,000 | |
| Total cost reduction (in millions) | $227.5 | $226.5 | $183.0 | $236.0 | $873.0 |
