The budget of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) in 2026 was $2.7 trillion, accounting for more than 28 percent of the entire federal budget. HHS accounts for more federal spending than any other government department, including the Treasury and Defense departments. A significant portion of the budget goes to the administration of Medicare and Medicaid.
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