Exploring the driving forces and scenario analysis for catastrophic and impoverishing health expenditures in Iran.

ABSTRACT:

Background

The extent of healthcare expenditure within households stands as a crucial indicator in low and middle-income countries (LMICs). When out-of-pocket healthcare expenses surpass household income or become unduly burdensome, it serves as a significant socio-economic alarm, resulting in a reduced quality of life, a phenomenon referred to as 'catastrophic health expenditure (CHE).' Multiple factors can contribute to the occurrence of CHE. The study's objective was to identify the key uncertainties and driving forces influencing CHE to develop scenarios in Iran on the horizon of 2030.

Methods

This study was conducted between December 2021 and January 2023, data were collected through a literature review, and experts' opinions were gathered via questionnaires, interviews

SUBMITTER: Hedayati M 

PROVIDER: S-EPMC10898180 | biostudies-literature | 2024 Feb

REPOSITORIES: biostudies-literature