Approximately, 25% of elderly men and women contribute financially towards the costs of their medical care. The mean expenditure was
210 Mexican Pesos (95% CI: 196–230) (equivalent to approximately 15 USD), and median 100 Pesos (7 USD). The amount paid was
dependent on the health facility. Only 1% using IMSS facilities were required to pay compared to 14% using Ministry of Health facilities and
88% at private providers