From July 1, 2026, the health insurance contribution rate for students will be adjusted upwards according to the new basic salary of 2,53 million VND/month, with a maximum of 683.100 VND/year.
From July 1st, people with health insurance cards who receive out-of-network medical examinations at certain central hospitals will be reimbursed 50% of the costs, with the amount reimbursed calculated according to a specific formula.
From July 1, 2026, individuals with health insurance cards who receive outpatient treatment at certain central-level hospitals outside their designated network will have 50% of their benefit reimbursed by the Health Insurance Fund.
From July 1st, the direct payment amount for health insurance medical examination and treatment costs in some cases will also be adjusted upwards, with the highest amount increasing by 475.000 VND.
From July 1st, 2026, patients receiving outpatient treatment at many hospitals outside their designated network will have 50% of their medical expenses covered by the health insurance fund, instead of being completely uncovered as before.
From July 1st, many health insurance benefits will be increased in line with the new minimum wage, including free medical examinations if the cost is below 379.500 VND.
The conference served as an opportunity to raise awareness of common violations and potential legal risks arising from the implementation of social insurance, health insurance, and unemployment insurance policies.
Many people wonder why, even though their health insurance card states 100% coverage, they still have to pay extra when settling hospital bills for examinations and treatments.
Health insurance participants are allowed to change their initial registered healthcare provider four times a year, at the beginning of each quarter.
When the health insurance system malfunctions, patients are still admitted, verified later, and guaranteed to receive benefits as stipulated by the Ministry of Health.
Simply letting your health insurance card expire beyond the stipulated time can interrupt your benefits from five consecutive years of participation, and your benefits may have to be recalculated from scratch.
Many people are concerned about whether those with health insurance cards will have their medical expenses fully covered by the health insurance fund if they go to the hospital during the Lunar New Year holiday.
Decree 188/2025/ND-CP stipulates five cases in which people, even without a health insurance card or without presenting one, will still have their medical expenses covered by the health insurance fund.
Two new resolutions from the Ho Chi Minh City People's Council stipulate 100% health insurance coverage for the elderly, students, and many vulnerable groups, contributing to ensuring social security in the city.
From January 1, 2026, elderly people aged 75 and above who are receiving social retirement benefits will be entitled to 100% coverage of medical examination and treatment costs under health insurance.
Individuals participating in health insurance who change their temporary residence or place of stay are still entitled to receive medical examination and treatment at facilities suitable to their new residence, and their medical expenses will be covered by the health insurance fund according to regulations.
Health insurance policy has become a social security "stepping stone," helping people to work, produce, and develop the economy with peace of mind, contributing to the goal of sustainable poverty reduction.
The Ho Chi Minh City Social Insurance agency has instructed relevant units, schools, and agencies to submit documents and complete payments on time to renew health insurance cards for participants from January 1, 2026.
The Ho Chi Minh City Social Insurance agency has issued guidelines for refunding health insurance premiums to students who have purchased them, ensuring that 100% of students receive their cards in accordance with Resolution 56/2025/NQ-HĐND of the Ho Chi Minh City People's Council.
Following VTC News' report on the error in the health insurance card expiration dates for hundreds of students in Ho Chi Minh City, the authorities have updated the information to ensure continuous benefits for five years.
Many students at Tran Quoc Toan 1 Secondary School (Binh Trung Ward, Ho Chi Minh City) have not had their health insurance cards renewed despite paying all fees, causing frustration among parents.
All patients nationwide who do not have health insurance will be advised and assisted in purchasing insurance when they come for examination or treatment at Cho Ray Hospital (Ho Chi Minh City).
The Hai Phong Social Insurance agency is promptly processing benefits and expanding health insurance support for the elderly, aiming for 94% of the city's population to participate in health insurance by 2024.
Sao Han Aesthetic Hospital, in collaboration with the People's Committee of Tang Nhon Phu B Ward (Thu Duc City, Ho Chi Minh City), donated 300 health insurance cards to disadvantaged families.
Da Nang Social Insurance is striving to complete its 2023 targets and tasks ahead of schedule, with some targets potentially being achieved earlier than expected.
Many difficulties and obstacles in the implementation of social insurance and health insurance policies in Gia Lai province are gradually being resolved.
Through participation in social insurance, Quang Tri province currently has over 25.400 people receiving monthly pensions and social insurance benefits, with a total payout exceeding 127,8 billion VND.
The Long An Social Insurance agency launched the program "Donating Social Insurance books and Health Insurance cards to people in difficult circumstances in 2023 and bringing a warm Tet holiday to the poor - Year of the Dragon".
Through this awareness campaign, repatriated women will learn about the types of crimes committed by illegal migrants, the consequences and harms of illegal migration, and safe migration skills.
Can Tho Social Insurance is determined to fulfill the targets set in Decision No. 182/QD-UBND of the City People's Committee regarding the implementation of social insurance, health insurance, and unemployment insurance in 2023.
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