10th National Health Accounts: FY23 health spending 3.37% of GDP
Why in the news
The latest national health spending estimates show a steep rise in government outlay on health over about a decade.
Key facts
- Report: 10th National Health Accounts (NHA) estimates for FY23 (2022-23), released by MoH&FW.
- Government Health Expenditure (GHE): Rs 3.85 lakh crore in FY23, up from Rs 1.30 lakh crore in 2013-14.
- Total Health Expenditure (THE): Rs 8.81 lakh crore, or 3.37% of GDP.
Key figures
| Measure | Value |
|---|---|
| GHE, 2013-14 | Rs 1.30 lakh crore |
| GHE, FY23 | Rs 3.85 lakh crore |
| THE, FY23 | Rs 8.81 lakh crore |
| THE as share of GDP | 3.37% |
Significance
- Reflects higher public investment in healthcare.
Exam angle
- Report: National Health Accounts, 10th round; year: FY23.
- Know GHE versus THE.
- Key number: 3.37% of GDP.