Reforming Nepal's National Health Insurance Program

Introduction

The Constitution of Nepal establishes Basic Health Services (BHS) as a fundamental, free right to be delivered through local primary public facilities. Yet, despite this constitutional commitment, the nation remains far from achieving Universal Health Coverage (UHC). The core objective of establishing the National Health Insurance Board (NHIB) was to guarantee that every citizen can access necessary healthcare services, regardless of income, geographical location, or socio-cultural background.