Bangkok — The influx of patients from neighboring countries has placed significant strain on Thailand’s healthcare system, prompting government efforts to introduce health insurance solutions to manage escalating costs.
In 2024, unpaid healthcare expenses from patients originating in Cambodia, Myanmar, and Laos are projected to reach THB 277 million (around $8.5 million).
These foreign nationals have relied heavily on Thailand’s public health services, accessing facilities near border areas approximately 870,000 times this year, according to official statistics.
To address this growing challenge and protect its healthcare budget, Thailand’s Ministry of Public Health (MOPH) is actively pursuing strategies to implement comprehensive patient records and health insurance coverage for the country’s unregistered workforce. This approach aims to ensure better cost recovery and sustainable healthcare financing.
These developments underscore the rising importance of business insurance types and coverage frameworks tailored to regional healthcare demands and cross-border challenges.
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