Which of the Following Has Been the LEAST Significant Contributor

question 57

Multiple Choice

Which of the following has been the LEAST significant contributor to escalating medical costs?

• A) Increases in population
• B) The aging of the population
• C) More sophisticated medical technology
• D) Increases in the number of complex surgical procedures

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