Breathe Easier with Stellar Rx
Our Asthma Management program provides immediate, point of care access to life-saving medications, improves adherence, and reduces emergency visits.
Asthma by the Numbers
28M+
Americans With Asthma
Over 28 million people in the U.S. have asthma about 1 in 12 people.
23M+
Adults Ages 18+
Over 23 million U.S. adults ages 18 and older currently have asthma.
1 in 12
People Affected
Asthma rates are highest among Black adults in the U.S.
Source: Asthma and Allergy Foundation of America (AAFA)
Healthcare Utilization
4.9M
Doctor's Office Visits
Asthma accounted for 4.9 million doctors' office visits in 2019.
986K+
ER Visits
Asthma accounted for 986,453 emergency department visits in 2020.
94,560
Hospital Discharges
Asthma accounted for 94,560 discharges from hospital inpatient care in 2020.
Economic Impact
From 2008–2013, the annual economic cost of asthma exceeded $81.9 billion.
$50.3B
Medical Costs
Direct medical costs including hospitalizations, doctor visits, and medications.
$29B
Asthma-Related Mortality
Economic losses due to premature death from asthma.
$3B
Missed Work & School
Losses due to missed work and school days attributed to asthma.
Source: AAFA / American Lung Association
Program Benefits
- Immediate, point of care medication access.
- Higher controller refill rates and improved adherence.
- Reduced emergency department visits and hospitalizations.
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