Health Insurance and Ayushman Bharat
Towards Universal Health Coverage
Achieving universal coverage will need more public spending, stronger primary care, better regulation and sustainable financing.
The long-term goal.
Spending
Public health spending is around 2 per cent of GDP, below the targets set in policy.
Primary care
Investing in clinics and preventive care reduces costly hospital visits.
Financing
Options include taxes, insurance pooling and better purchasing.
Insurance for all
The insurance regulator aims for insurance coverage for all by 2047.
A stronger clinic
A well-run primary health centre treats diabetes early and avoids hospitalisations.
Assuming insurance alone delivers health
Care must be available.
Key takeaways
- Public spending is low.
- Primary care is crucial.
- Financing choices matter.
- 2047 is a target for insurance for all.
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