Medical Services Expenditures by Disease: Other: Certain Conditions Originating in the Perinatal Period Price Index, MEPS Account Basis
CEORPEPIMEPS • Economic Data from Federal Reserve Economic Data (FRED)
Latest Value
121.24
Year-over-Year Change
93.24%
Date Range
1/1/2000 - 1/1/2021
Summary
The Other: Certain Conditions Originating in the Perinatal Period Price Index measures changes in medical expenditures for certain perinatal conditions. This index is important for economists and policymakers to understand trends in healthcare costs and utilization.
Analysis & Context
This economic indicator provides valuable insights into current market conditions and economic trends. The data is updated regularly by the Federal Reserve and represents one of the most reliable sources for economic analysis.
Understanding this metric helps economists, policymakers, and investors make informed decisions about economic conditions and future trends. The interactive chart above allows you to explore historical patterns and identify key trends over time.
About This Dataset
This index tracks the price changes of medical services related to certain conditions that originate in the perinatal period, such as disorders of newborns. It is a component of the broader Medical Services Expenditures by Disease data set, which provides insights into healthcare spending.
Methodology
The data is collected through the Medical Expenditure Panel Survey (MEPS), a nationally representative survey of households and their medical providers.
Historical Context
This index is used by policymakers, healthcare analysts, and economists to monitor changes in medical costs and utilization for perinatal conditions.
Key Facts
- The index is based on the Medical Expenditure Panel Survey (MEPS).
- Perinatal conditions include disorders of newborns and complications of pregnancy.
- The index tracks changes in medical expenditures for these conditions over time.
FAQs
Q: What does this economic trend measure?
A: This index measures changes in medical expenditures for certain conditions that originate in the perinatal period, such as disorders of newborns and complications of pregnancy.
Q: Why is this trend relevant for users or analysts?
A: This index is important for understanding trends in healthcare costs and utilization related to perinatal conditions, which is valuable information for policymakers, healthcare analysts, and economists.
Q: How is this data collected or calculated?
A: The data is collected through the nationally representative Medical Expenditure Panel Survey (MEPS).
Q: How is this trend used in economic policy?
A: This index is used by policymakers, healthcare analysts, and economists to monitor changes in medical costs and utilization for perinatal conditions, which can inform healthcare policy and spending decisions.
Q: Are there update delays or limitations?
A: The data may be subject to update delays inherent in the MEPS survey process, and the index is limited to certain perinatal conditions.
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Citation
U.S. Federal Reserve, Medical Services Expenditures by Disease: Other: Certain Conditions Originating in the Perinatal Period Price Index, MEPS Account Basis (CEORPEPIMEPS), retrieved from FRED.