Vietnam will provide full reimbursement of medical examination and treatment costs under its health insurance system to people from near-poor households and seniors aged 75 and above who receive social pension benefits, effective from 1 January 2026.
The move follows a resolution adopted by the National Assembly on 11 December 2025, according to the Ministry of Health.
The expanded coverage is aimed at improving access to healthcare and easing the financial burden on vulnerable groups.
In line with the resolution, the Ministry of Health issued an urgent notice on 6 January to Vietnam Social Security under the Ministry of Finance, as well as provincial and municipal health departments and medical facilities nationwide, calling for the prompt updating of benefit codes for newly eligible groups.
Under the changes, health insurance cardholders from near-poor households will see their reimbursement rate increase from 95% to 100% of covered medical expenses, effective from 1 January.