Decree No. 23/2008/L-CTN promulgates the Health Insurance Law which was passed by the 12th National Assembly, fourth session on November 14, 2008.
Key points
- The Law applies to organizations and individuals participating in health insurance
- Participants in health insurance must pay health insurance premiums as prescribed by the Law
- Healthcare facilities are required to provide health insurance services to participants
- The Law stipulates the rights and obligations of the parties involved in implementing health insurance
- Violations of the provisions of the Law will be punished according to administrative law regulations
🌐 Social impact of this document
- Positive impact: Strengthening health benefits for citizens through the health insurance system
- Negative impact: Increased costs for businesses and individuals due to the need to pay health insurance premiums
❓ Frequently asked questions
How much money does a health insurance participant need to pay?
The amount of health insurance premium is specifically defined in the Law, based on income and the type of participant.
Are healthcare facilities required to provide health insurance services?
According to the Law, healthcare facilities are required to provide health insurance services to participants as prescribed.
What penalties will be imposed for violations of health insurance regulations?
Violations will be punished according to administrative law regulations, specifically Article 106 and Article 107 of the Law.
Who does this Law apply to?
The Health Insurance Law applies to organizations and individuals participating in health insurance as prescribed by the Law.
Full text
ORDER
Regarding the promulgation of the Law
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PRESIDENT OF THE SOCIALIST REPUBLIC OF VIETNAM
Pursuant to Article 103 and Article 106 of the Constitution of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam in 1992, amended and supplemented by Resolution No. 51/2001/QH10 dated December 25, 2001 of the Tenth Session of the Tenth National Assembly;
Pursuant to Article 91 of the Law on the Organization of the National Assembly;
Pursuant to Article 50 of the Law on Legislative Documents;
NOW PROMULGATES:
pursuant to the Health Insurance Law
Passed by the National Assembly of the Socialist Republic of Vietnam, the Twelfth National Assembly, the Fourth Session, on November 14, 2008./.
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