Health Insurance and Ayushman Bharat
Health Insurance and Ayushman Bharat: Recap
A recap of India's health financing challenges and reforms.
This lesson reviews the module.
Problem
High out-of-pocket spending impoverishes families.
Response
PM-JAY, social insurance and private plans.
Gaps
Outpatient costs, awareness, quality and the missing middle.
Future
Higher public spending and stronger primary care.
Checking your cover
Know your coverage, exclusions and how to claim.
Assuming you're covered without checking
Verify your policy.
Key takeaways
- Health shocks are costly.
- PM-JAY covers hospitalisation.
- Gaps remain.
- Primary care and spending must grow.
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