AUGUSTA - The state-sponsored Dirigo Health program has saved the Maine health care system more than $190 million, according the the Dirigo Health Agency, which released its figures Monday.

Dirigo executive director Karynlee Harrington says figures for Dirigo's fourth year show that Mainers spend about $8 billion a year for health care, and Dirigo reforms exert downward pressure on further growth of those costs. Harrington says Dirigo is saving money for Maine consumers.

The figures will be reviewed by the Dirigo Health Board of Trustees at a hearing starting July 22, and then by the state insurance superintendent.