Episode notes
Today’s episode is recorded live from the SXSW 2025 conference in Austin, TX where we discuss The Economics of a Dementia Diagnosis. By 2060, the number of US adults who will develop dementia each year is projected to double, putting a massive economic burden on taxpayers, families, and the healthcare system.The financial strain on Medicare and Medicaid is expected to skyrocket and by 2050, costs are projected to reach $1.5 trillion.1
Warning signs can appear years before a formal diagnosis, underscoring the need for earlier detection and proactive intervention. Innovative federal programs like CMS’s
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