CURRENT PROBLEMS OF THE HEALTH INSURANCE SYSTEM IN BULGARIA

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Keywords:

health insurance system, Bulgaria, comparative analysis, healthcare financing.

Abstract

This article examines the current problems faced by the health insurance system

of Bulgaria in recent years. Special attention is paid to financial problems of the system, corruption

practices, political influence, access to health services and their quality. The socio-economic

consequences on public health, risks to the social structure, efficiency of economic results are

analyzed through comparisons with other Balkan countries. At the end of the study, summaries and

recommendations for reforms in the sector are made.

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Published

2026-04-24