CNBC All-America Economic Survey: 81% of seniors are satisfied with health care access

Healthcare Access & Satisfaction - 62% of the public are satisfied with their ability to obtain quality healthcare [1] - Satisfaction is higher among Medicare recipients, with 81% of seniors and 78% of Medicare recipients reporting satisfaction with healthcare access [1] - Satisfaction is lower among specific demographics, including 60% of those with private insurance and 46% of women aged 18-49 [2] Healthcare Affordability & Cost - One-third (33%) of surveyed Americans report delaying healthcare due to affordability concerns [2] - Affordability issues disproportionately affect women aged 18-49 (59%) compared to women 50 and over (22%) [2] - 42% of the working class report skipping medical treatment due to cost, compared to 15% of the wealthy [3] Political Perspectives on Healthcare - Democrats are perceived as better at reducing healthcare costs, with 45% favoring them over Republicans (27%) [3] - Republicans are perceived as better at controlling overall government spending, with a 39% to 24% advantage [4] - 57% of the public believe the government has a responsibility to provide health insurance to all Americans [4]