Diabetes Mellitus: Complications and Economic Burden
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What is the estimated annual cost of Diabetes Mellitus (DM) to the U.S. medical care system?

  • More than $135 billion (correct)
  • More than $100 billion
  • About $200 billion
  • Less than $50 billion
  • What percentage of all Medicare funds are spent on patients with diabetes?

  • Approximately 20% (correct)
  • About 10%
  • About 40%
  • Around 30%
  • What is the annual per capita cost of healthcare for people with Diabetes Mellitus (DM)?

  • $5,000
  • $13,243 (correct)
  • $10,000
  • $20,000
  • What may be the mortality rate from Hyperglycemic hyperosmolar non-ketotic syndrome (HHNS) under extreme circumstances?

    <p>50%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the expected annual increase in the cost of Diabetes Mellitus (DM)?

    <p>11%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Hyperglycemic Hyperosmolar Non-Ketotic Syndrome (HHNS)

    • Mortality rate may reach as high as 50% under extreme circumstances

    Economic Burden of Diabetes Mellitus (DM)

    • Annual cost to the U.S. medical care system: over $135 billion
    • Expected annual increases: exceeding 11%
    • Annual per capita cost of healthcare for people with DM: $13,243
    • Annual per capita cost of healthcare for people without diabetes: $2,560
    • Percentage of Medicare funds spent on patients with diabetes: approximately 20%

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    This quiz covers the severe complications of diabetes mellitus, such as Hyperglycemic hyperosmolar non-ketotic syndrome, and its economic impact on the healthcare system.

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