What does this indicator measure?
This indicator measures the enrollment trends in the two classes of the Medicare program, which provides health insurance for people age 64 and older.
Medicare Enrollees and Health Insurance and/or Supplementary Medical Insurance, 2004-07
| 2004 | 2005 | 2006 | 2007 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| US | 35,407,060 | 35,817,558 | 36,316,768 | 36,843,251 |
| New York State | 2,359,435 | 2,330,513 | 2,538,995 | N/A |
| Onondaga County | 58,518 | 60,631 | 61,710 | 62,160 |
Percentage Change in Medicare Enrollees, 2004-07
| 2004-05 | 2005-06 | 2006-07 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| US | 1.2% | 1.4% | 1.4% |
| New York State | -1.2% | 1.2% | 1.7% |
| Onondaga County | 1.4% | 1.3% | 1.4% |