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Japan's aging population. Implications for healthcare.

A J Oliver1, N Ikegami, S Ikeda

  • 1Department of Health Policy and Management, School of Medicine, Keio University, Tokyo, Japan.

Pharmacoeconomics
|March 8, 1997
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Area of Science:

  • Health economics
  • Public policy
  • Gerontology

Background:

  • Japan's aging population presents significant economic challenges.
  • Post-WWII economic focus delayed recognition of elderly care costs.
  • 1970s oil crisis highlighted economic vulnerabilities and healthcare spending pressures.

Purpose of the Study:

  • To analyze the evolution of Japanese policy for the elderly.
  • To examine healthcare cost containment measures, particularly for pharmaceuticals.
  • To assess the impact of policy changes on healthcare costs and quality.

Main Methods:

  • Historical policy analysis.
  • Examination of government healthcare cost containment strategies.
  • Focus on pharmaceutical pricing and reimbursement policies.

Main Results:

  • Government achieved some success in controlling pharmaceutical costs.
  • Future impact on healthcare quality remains uncertain.
  • Fee-for-service system remains prevalent.

Conclusions:

  • Policy shifts in Japan have addressed rising costs for the elderly.
  • Further reforms, including per diem fees and improved social services, are recommended.
  • Balancing cost containment with healthcare quality is crucial for Japan's aging society.

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