Yamanashi Prefecture in Japan has introduced the first health insurance program for family members of Vietnamese workers in response to population aging and labor shortages.The Yamanashi prefecture collaborates with Tokio Marine Insurance Vietnam Company to develop a...
Extending universal health coverage to informal workers: a systematic review of health financing schemes in low- and middle- income countries in Southeast Asia
This systematic review aims to synthesize the published evidence of the extent to which health financing schemes aimed at extending universal health coverage (UHC) to informal workers (IWs) in low- and middle-income countries in Southeast Asia have improved...
National health insurance contribution to family planning program funding in Indonesia: a fund flow analysis
This study aims to evaluate the contribution of Jaminan Kesehatan Nasional (JKN), a national health insurance scheme, to the overall spending for the family planning (FP) program in Indonesia.Findings indicate that in 2019, over than half of Indonesia’s family...
Beyond reducing direct medical cost: examining health outcomes in tuberculosis through a difference-in-differences analysis of South Korea’s out-of-pocket payment exception policy
This study aims to investigate the effects of out-of-pocket (OOP) exemption policy on treatment outcomes in Korean patients with tuberculosis.The study classifies health insurance beneficiaries who benefited from the out-of-pocket payment exemption policy as the...
Medicare and Medicaid
Medicare and Medicaid social security amendments were passed in 1965. This legislation is the foundation for the two health insurance programs which respectively cover persons over the age of 65 years and people with limited income.
National Health Insurance Scheme customer satisfaction survey report
A study commissioned by NHIMA revealed that despite significant growth in membership and services, NHIMA faces challenges related to service delivery, availability of medical commodities, and information dissemination. Key findings: Membership and accessibility: The...
Actuarial analysis of NHIS and costing of the extension to cash transfer beneficiaries
The analysis shows that NHIS coverage and expenditures will rise significantly from 2023 to 2032, necessitating strategic adjustments to contribution rates and data management. To maintain balance, a 4% formal sector contribution is advised. Expanding coverage to...
Actuarial analysis of NHIS and costing of the extension to cash transfer beneficiaries
The analysis shows that NHIS coverage and expenditures will rise significantly from 2023 to 2032, necessitating strategic adjustments to contribution rates and data management. To maintain balance, a 4% formal sector contribution is advised. Expanding coverage to...
National Health Insurance Authority Strategic Plan (2023-2026)
The National Health Insurance Management Authority (NHIMA) strategic plan (2023-2026) marks a significant commitment by the Zambian government towards achieving Universal Health Coverage (UHC). This plan aims to provide financial risk protection and ensure access to...
National Health Insurance Strategy 2021-2025
The National Health Insurance (NHI) Strategy aims to provide overall guidance and approach for the planned developments of social health protection in Lao PDR over the period 2021–2025. The NHI strategy will support the goals of the Health Sector Reform Strategy...
Universal health coverage: Expertise France brings experts together in Rabat
" Les Rendez-vous de l'Expertise: What solutions are needed to achieve sustainable and effective Universal Health Coverage? ", brought together experts, practitioners and players committed to strengthening social protection on June 4, 2024 for a high-level symposium...
Blog: Transitioning from voluntary to mandatory health insurance in Nigeria
Effective and efficiently utilized health insurance coverage is critical, particularly during times of economic downturn. Health insurance not only promotes health but also offers financial security against overwhelming healthcare costs and reduces the risk of medical...
South Africa’s National Health Insurance Act
The President of South Africa signed the National Health Insurance Act, as a landmark step towards achieving universal access to quality healthcare services in the Republic. This pivotal legislation is aligned with section 27 of the Constitution, which guarantees the...
Key lessons from the health insurance referendum
The Swiss population is burdened by a healthcare system that is, in some respects, luxurious by international standards. But the people have once again rejected two initiatives that proposed solutions. Why? And what next? Analysis.An analysis of Sunday's votes on...
PROPEL Adapt in Mali
Starting in 2024, PROPEL Adapt Mali is launching activities to introduce a new mutual health insurance model that will expand access to healthcare for farmers and rural agricultural workers. PROPEL Adapt Mali collaborates with a wide range of local partners, including...