Fig. 2
Temporal trend of age-standardized incidence of HF (%) among elderly aged 65+ in the leading and lagging U.S. states, 2000–2017, overall, by sex and race. Note: 1HF = heart failure. 2Data were derived from 5% Medicare File of Service Use. 3The sudden decline in 2005–2006 that particularly occurred among females was associated with the Medicare Policy change (https://www.liebertpub.com/doi/10.1089/jwh.2012.3777)