Consulting Document on Entitlement Program Expense Modeling

Focus on Expenses: Reform Entitlement Programs + Focus on Operating Efficiency Focus on Expenses Pau bs www.kpcb.com USA Inc. | What Might a Turnaround Expert Consider? 253 For Each of the Major Problems, We Highlight: 1) Mathematical Illustrations and 2) Policy Options e Mathematical Illustrations — Here we simply calculate how big a revenue increase and/or expense decrease each major entitlement program needs to reach financial break- even. — These calculations are merely mechanical illustrations and are not meant to portray realistic solutions. e Policy Options — We do not take a view on preferred policy options. — We present policy options from our healthcare experts + 3 party organizations (such as the Congressional Budget Office and National Commission on Fiscal Responsibility and Reform) in an easy-to-understand format to raise awareness and illustrate the financial impact of policy decisions. CB www.kpcb.com USA Inc. | What Might a Turnaround Expert Consider? 254 HOUSE_OVERSIGHT_020968