Table 2.
People who experienced a health problem but did not seek care due to financial reasons (2008–2012, selected years)
| Characteristic | 2008 | 2010 | 2012 | % change 2008–2012 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Overall | 29.2 | 20.9 | 14.8 | −49.3 % |
| Residence | ||||
| Urban | 20.9 | 11.3 | 6.2 | −70.3 % |
| Rural | 36.4 | 28.3 | 22.3 | −38.7 % |
| Income Quintile | ||||
| 1 | 43.6 | 40.4 | 29.1 | −33.3 % |
| 2 | 35.4 | 28.3 | 24.2 | −31.6 % |
| 3 | 28.0 | 20.1 | 16.6 | −40.7 % |
| 4 | 28.3 | 11.2 | 7.1 | −74.9 % |
| 5 | 13.4 | 11.5 | 5.0 | −62.7 % |
| Insurance Status | ||||
| Insured | 26.5 | 17.4 | 12.7 | −52.1 % |
| Not insured | 37.6 | 28.9 | 20.6 | −45.2 % |
Source: National Bureau of Statistics, Household Budget Survey ad hoc module on health, collected every other year