Out-of-pocket spending on healthcare still high: National Health Accounts
Out-of-pocket spending on healthcare remains a significant concern according to the latest National Health Accounts report. Despite various healthcare reforms, many individuals continue to face high medical expenses that are not covered by insurance. This trend highlights the ongoing challenges within the healthcare system regarding affordability and access.
- ▪The National Health Accounts report indicates high out-of-pocket healthcare spending.
- ▪Many individuals are still burdened with medical expenses not covered by insurance.
- ▪Healthcare reforms have not significantly reduced the financial strain on patients.
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| Publication time | Fri, 29 May 2026 04:49:09 +0530 |
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Anuja Jaiswal is a Senior Assistant Editor at The Times of India, with an impressive 18-year career in narrative journalism. She specializes in health and heritage reporting, expertly simplifying complex health information to make it engaging and understandable for readers. Her deep dives into heritage topics are well-researched, resulting in captivating narratives that resonate with her audience. Over the years, she has worked in Chandigarh, Chhattisgarh and West UP, gaining diverse on-ground experience that shapes her storytelling.Read More
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