Reported 11 months ago
The Health Insurance Administration of the Ministry of Health and Welfare announced that 14 indicative drugs will no longer be covered by health insurance starting on August 1, in an effort to save approximately NT$278,000. These drugs, mostly digestive enzymes and vitamins known as 'flavoring medicines,' have been a point of contention as their continued coverage by health insurance was criticized despite being for dietary supplements rather than medical treatment. The gradual reduction in subsidized drugs aims to optimize health insurance resources for necessary medical services.
Source: YAHOO