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The Role of Supplementary Insurance in Achieving Universal Health Coverage: A Comprehensive Review.

Elahe AskarzadeHasan Abolghasem GorjiJalal Arabloo
Published in: Medical journal of the Islamic Republic of Iran (2024)
Supplementary insurance holds promise as a complementary tool in achieving universal health coverage. Addressing gaps in primary insurance and providing additional financial protection can contribute to enhanced access, improved quality of care, and reduced financial barriers to healthcare services. However, careful attention must be given to affordability, equity, regulation, and coordination with primary insurance schemes to ensure its effective implementation and prevent unintended consequences.
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