The cost of healthcare is based on where you live

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A new study on healthcare in the U.S. brings to light how costs and location — amongst many other things, are related.  Kai Ryssdal, D Gorenstein, Mukta Mohan
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A new study on healthcare in the U.S. brings to light how costs and location — amongst many other things, are related.  Kai Ryssdal, D Gorenstein, Mukta Mohan

The cost of healthcare is based on where you live

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There’s a study out today that turns some of what we think we know about healthcare economics on its head. Specifically, new data about how much we’re paying for our care and what hospital mergers in various cities have to do with that. Marketplace Healthcare Reporter Dan Gorenstein explains.