Status: Improving
Most Recent Data:
91.1
percent
(2023)
Desired Direction:
Increase desired
Health insurance coverage is an important determinant of access to health care — and access to health care is a key determinant of physical and behavioral health. Strategies to increase health insurance coverage rates are critical for making sure more people get important health care services, like preventive care and treatment for chronic health conditions.
In 2023, 91.1 percent of people under 65 years had medical insurance.
Data Source: National Health Interview Survey (NHIS), CDC/NCHS