healthexpenses
nounUK /ˈhɛlθ ɪkˌspɛnsɪz/
US /ˈhɛlθ ɪkˌspɛnsɪz/
Money you pay to see a doctor or get medicine.
Her health expenses went up after she broke her arm.
OTHER MEANINGS
2. The total amount a company spends on keeping its workers healthy.
The company's health expenses include gym memberships for all staff.
3. Costs paid for checkups, tests, and other care to stay well.
Regular health expenses like yearly checkups can prevent bigger problems.
4. Money set aside in a budget for sickness or injury.
The family saved a little each month for unexpected health expenses.