What you can do to reduce your out-of-pocket-expenditure on healthcare

Out-of-pocket expenditure (OoPE) in India, which accounts for approximately 62% of the country's total healthcare spending, is creating a significant financial burden for patients and their families, according to Chris George, co-founder and CEO of QubeHealth. The majority of urban households in India (82%) are not covered by any health insurance scheme, resulting in 55% of all hospitalisations being financed through household savings and 23% through borrowings. George suggests preventative care...