Economist Dr. Thomas Lee argues that universal healthcare would actually save money overall despite increased coverage because administrative savings and preventive care would exceed expansion costs.
Which health economics analysis would best support Lee's savings claim?
Administrative costs consume 30% of US healthcare spending vs 2% in single-payer systems; preventive care saves 1 spent on downstream costs; modeling shows universal coverage would cost $3 trillion less over 10 years than current trajectory
Healthcare is important
Other countries have universal care
Costs are rising
Correct Answer: A
Choice A is the best answer. Admin savings (30% vs 2%) + preventive ROI + total projection proves net savings.
💡 Strategy: Counter-intuitive cost claims need multiple savings mechanisms adding up to claimed total.