Article ID | Journal | Published Year | Pages | File Type |
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5060199 | Economics Letters | 2012 | 4 Pages |
Abstract
⺠We examine relationship between self-assessed health and private insurance demand. ⺠Contrary to theoretical predictions, insurance demand increases with better health. ⺠Negative observable health conditions decrease the purchase of private insurance. ⺠Further, negative observable health conditions worsen self-assessed health. ⺠We conclude that there is a screening on the part of insurers.
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Authors
Yong-Woo Lee,