Government-Sponsored Health Insurance in India: Are You Covered? (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9780821396186)

This book presents research findings on India's major central and state government-sponsored health insurance schemes (GSHISs). The analysis centers on the GSHISs launched since 2007. These schemes targeted poor populations, aiming to provide financial protection against catastrophic health shocks, defined in terms of inpatient care.

Author: Gerard La Forgia, Somil Nagpal
ISBN-10: 0821396188
ISBN-13: 9780821396186
Publisher: World Bank Publications
Language: English
Published: 08/30/2012
Pages: 442
Format: Paperback
Weight: 1.30lbs
Size: 9.00h x 6.00w x 0.90d