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Taiwan's Competitive Healthcare: Hospital Closures and Rising Demands

Taiwan's Competitive Healthcare: Hospital Closures and Rising Demands

Professor highlights the competitive healthcare environment in Taiwan since the launch of its National Health Insurance in 1995.

The number of hospitals has significantly decreased, with 46% closing by 2020, while acute care beds have increased. The video explains how small hospitals struggle due to low profit margins and reimbursement rates, as well as cost containment policies like the global budget and DRG system. Additionally, rising patient demands, government-backed patient rights, and easy healthcare access further challenge hospitals to enhance efficiency and quality.

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