Armenia is facing a critical situation in healthcare funding: while the government fully meets its obligations to pay for services under state contracts, insurance companies have accumulated years-long debts to medical institutions. This was stated by Deputy Minister of Health Lena Nanushyan during a special meeting with all stakeholders.
To address this pressing issue, the Ministry of Health convened representatives from all insurance companies in the country, the Bureau of Motor Insurers, medical organizations, the Association of Medical Institutions, and the Central Bank. During the meeting, participants shared their perspectives on the problem and proposed solutions.
"The government's policy is focused on ensuring access to healthcare services for our citizens. While the state has no outstanding debts to medical centers for state-ordered services, insurance companies have accumulated significant arrears over the years. This issue requires immediate resolution—it is unacceptable for patients to have to struggle to receive insurance payouts while medical institutions are unable to pay their staff," Nanushyan emphasized.
To address the situation, the Ministry of Health is developing a set of measures, including legislative changes and adjustments to the regulation of the compulsory motor insurance system (OSAGO). The Ministry is prepared to present its proposals to the Central Bank, the OSAGO Bureau, and the government. Special attention will be given to identifying and addressing the root causes of insurance companies’ debts to medical institutions.
