Health sector in chile
The health sector has challenges and opportunities due that it is essential in the lives of people and society. In Chile, the health system is mixed at the level of financing, insurance and provision of health care.
Evolution of the sector
Defining factors:
• Increased life expectancy and aging of the population
• Prevalence of chronic pathologies
• Rapid incorporation of new medical technologies
• Changes in lifestyles
Financing
In 2018 and according to OECD data, health spending in Chile a year reached 8.9% of GDP, equivalent to MM $ 17,021,135 (MMU $ 26,584) 4.9% more than in comparison with the previous year. Read More…