Health insurance coverage expands for chronic disease patients in Iran

Health insurance authorities in Iran have reported significant expansions in support for patients with chronic and incurable diseases. In Bushehr province, 15,000 patients have been identified, with 240 billion rials allocated to support their medical expenses. The number of disease categories eligible for specialized support has grown from five to over 130 types.

In Sistan and Baluchestan province, approximately 49,000 identified patients are covered by health insurance, with over 256 billion tomans paid out for treatment costs. This includes support for 20,000 diabetic patients, 8,000 cancer patients, and 12,500 infertile couples.

Officials noted that insurance coverage for certain specific medications has reached over 97 percent. In Sistan and Baluchestan, nearly 80 percent of the population is covered by health insurance, with a priority placed on maintaining free coverage for low-income groups to ensure continuity of care in deprived areas.