10th National Health Accounts: FY23 Health Spending Data
Why in the news
The Union health ministry brought out the tenth edition of the National Health Accounts, giving spending numbers for 2022-23. Public outlay on health was shown to have grown sharply over a decade.
Key facts
- 10th National Health Accounts (NHA) estimates relate to FY23 (2022-23).
- Government Health Expenditure (GHE): Rs.3.85 lakh crore in FY23.
- Total Health Expenditure (THE): Rs.8.81 lakh crore, equal to 3.37% of GDP.
| 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, FY23 | 3.37% |
Significance
- The jump in GHE between 2013-14 and FY23 points to higher public investment in healthcare.
Exam angle
- Released by: Ministry of Health and Family Welfare (MoH&FW).
- Edition and year: 10th NHA, FY23.
- Abbreviations to remember: GHE and THE; THE is 3.37% of GDP.