維新 Proposes Insurance Coverage for OTC-like Drugs with Partial Patient Payment
According to NHK News, the proposal seeks to retain public insurance support for drugs similar to over-the-counter products, requiring patients to share costs.
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Terms & Concepts
OTC drugs: Over-the-counter medications that can be purchased without a prescription, used for minor health issues.
Partial patient payment: A cost-sharing system where patients pay a portion of medical expenses, with the remainder covered by insurance.