Heart disease is a significant burden on the healthcare system, with direct and indirect costs reaching $407.3 billion in 2019. This includes $251.4 billion in direct costs and $155.9 billion in lost productivity and mortality. The economic impact of heart disease is substantial, and addressing this issue is crucial for the overall health of the nation.
Coronary Heart Disease (CHD) is the leading cause of deaths attributable to Cardiovascular Disease (CVD) in the United States, accounting for 41.2% of all CVD deaths in 2020.