An integrated public-private care network would allow 15% savings

In Geneva, a public health insurance fund linked to an integrated care network would provide savings of 15% for households. Made public on Wednesday, the report from the group of experts does not, however, quantify the amounts to be invested.

Called ‘Beluga’, the project to create a public cantonal health insurance fund aims to offer a 20% lower health premium, while guaranteeing access to care, the councilor explained to the media. State Pierre Maudet, in charge of Health. It is part of the legislative program of the executive.

‘There is no doubt about a saving of 15%, if the integrated care network works well,’ declared the president of the group of experts, former State Councilor David Hiler. This network will include doctors, the University Hospitals of Geneva and the Home Care Institution. In order to avoid unnecessary and costly actions, coordination must rely on an efficient information system.

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