Which of the following is NOT a reason for the increase in health care costs?

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The decrease in fertility rate would actually lead to a decrease in the demand for healthcare, as there would be fewer children and therefore fewer healthcare needs for pediatric care, vaccinations, etc. The other options all contribute to the increase in healthcare costs. The aging of the population leads to an increase in chronic diseases and the need for long-term care, new technologies are expensive to develop and implement, and the increase in third party payments (such as health insurance) can lead to higher utilization and costs.

Which of the Following Is NOT a Reason for the Increase