Table 1 Rates of Cumulative Thyroid Hormone Discontinuation for Children with Presumed Congenital Hypothyroidism by Insurance Type in Six-Month Increments from Initiation of Therapy
Duration | Medicaid Rate (95% CI*) | Private Health Insurance Rate (95% CI*) |
|---|---|---|
6 Months | 11% (9%-15%) | 7% (5%-11%) |
12 Months | 19% (15%-24%) | 11% (8%-16%) |
18 Months | 26% (21%-31%) | 14% (10%-20%) |
24 Months | 34% (28%-40%) | 15% (10%-21%) |
30 Months | 38% (32%-45%) | 21% (15%-28%) |
36 Months | 40% (34%-48%) | 33% (24%-44%) |
42 Months | 45% (37%-52%) | 39% (29%-50%) |