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.
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...
Armenia has been working towards introducing compulsory health insurance for nearly a decade, with the current government stating that it is closer to this goal than ever before. The authorities have finalized the model, coverage, and cost of the insurance policy....
The Estonian Health Insurance Act adopted on 19.06.2002 (RT I 2002, 62, 377), regulates joint health insurance (hereinafter health insurance). This act defines that health insurance is "a system of covering health care costs for the prevention and treatment of...
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...
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...
Starting July 1, 2024, hospitals in Kashkadarya will operate under the State Health Insurance Fund mechanism, following its successful implementation in Syrdarya. This expansion will include 18 regional medical institutions, allowing residents to access healthcare...
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...
The Swiss healthcare system faces urgent calls for reform due to rising costs and public dissatisfaction, with proposals from both the Social Democrats and the Centre failing to gain voter support. Experts suggest a need for better distribution of responsibilities...
Mandatory Health Insurance Fund is revising the “List of Preferential Medicines” to reduce financial burdens and improve access to essential medications. Organizations are invited to submit proposals for adding new medicines to the list, with an increased budget for...
During the visit of the delegation from the French School of Public Health, Abylkair Skakov, CEO of Social Health Insurance Fund (SHIF), noted the high importance of capacity building for staff from a potential collaboration with the French colleagues and from...
Social Health Insurance Fund CEO Mr. Skakov visited Kazakhstan’s Almaty region to showcase the new Situational-Analytical Center, a data hub offering over 1,000 dashboards and 500+ indicators on health financing and social health protection. Set to host the P4H...
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...
" 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...
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...
