1. Affordable Care Act (ACA): The ACA, also known as Obamacare, is a comprehensive healthcare reform law passed in the United States in 2010. It mandated health insurance coverage for all Americans, expanded Medicaid eligibility, and introduced a range of preventive care services at no cost to patients.
2. National Health Insurance (NHI): Taiwan introduced its NHI program in 1995, which covers the majority of the population and provides access to affordable healthcare services.
3. National Health Service (NHS): The NHS is a publicly funded healthcare system that serves the United Kingdom. It was established in 1948 and provides free or low-cost healthcare to all residents.
4. Health Promotion Law: China passed a Health Promotion Law in 2019 to promote healthy living, establish national health goals, and regulate tobacco and alcohol consumption.
5. Health Technology Assessment (HTA) programs: HTA programs are used by many countries to evaluate the clinical and economic value of new healthcare interventions, including drugs, devices, and procedures.
6. Health Information Technology (HIT): HIT initiatives, such as electronic health records and telemedicine services, have revolutionized healthcare delivery by improving access to medical information and facilitating remote care.
7. Patient Protection and Affordable Care Act (PPACA): The PPACA, also known as Obamacare, was passed in the United States in 2010 to expand access to health insurance and improve the quality of healthcare services.
8. Mental Health Parity and Addiction Equity Act (MHPAEA): This U.S. law requires health insurance plans to cover mental health and substance abuse services on par with other medical services.
9. Health impact assessments (HIAs): HIAs are used by governments and organizations to assess the potential health effects of proposed policies or development projects.
10. Universal Health Coverage (UHC): UHC aims to ensure that all individuals and communities get the healthcare services they need without facing financial hardship. Many countries have implemented UHC programs, such as Thailand’s Universal Coverage Scheme.