Missouri Medicine, Journal of the Missouri State Medical Association,
Vol. 123, Issue 1, Pages 4-11
January-February 2026
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Professor of the Practice of Public Management
Abstract
Total US National Health Expenditures (NHE)—projected at $5.9 trillion for calendar year 2026, which represents 18.6% of GDP—are expected to rise to an unprecedented 20% of GDP by 2033. The need for effective cost containment strategies is pressing.
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Citation
Sparrow, Malcolm. "They Stole Your Umbrella: Why Healthcare Professionals Should Support Stronger Fraud Controls." Missouri Medicine, Journal of the Missouri State Medical Association, 123.1 (January-February 2026): 4-11.