Nursing Tariffs Await Final Decision from the Supreme Insurance Council
The latest changes in nursing tariffs have been approved by the government, with a 46% increase. However, the relative value of these services remains undecided, pending a final decision from the Supreme Insurance Council.
According to Salamat News, quoting ISNA, Dr. Abbas Abadi, Deputy Minister of Nursing at the Ministry of Health, outlined the latest status of nursing tariffs and announced that the government has approved a 46% increase. This adjustment follows the initial proposal by the Supreme Insurance Council, which suggested a 56% increase. The first phase of the new tariffs was officially approved on February 10 and has since been implemented.
Uncertain Status of the Relative Value of Nursing Services
Despite the approval of increased tariffs, a key issue remains unresolved—the relative value of nursing services. Dr. Abadi emphasized that this matter still depends on the decision of the Supreme Insurance Council. The Nursing Deputy of the Ministry of Health has proposed that the relative value of these services should also increase by 46%, in line with the tariff adjustment.
Awaiting the Supreme Insurance Council’s Decision
Dr. Abadi expressed hope that the Supreme Insurance Council would carefully review this proposal and make a decision that aligns with the current situation and nurses’ needs. He highlighted the importance of this decision for nurses, as it could significantly impact their working conditions and overall well-being.
These changes in tariffs and relative value assessments come at a time when nurses are facing increasing workloads and growing demands for better working conditions and fair compensation. Many nurses and healthcare professionals are optimistic that these measures will lead to improved professional conditions and enhanced healthcare service quality.
Given the current situation and the emphasis on tariff increases, all eyes are now on the Supreme Insurance Council to see what decision it will make regarding the relative value of nursing services and how these adjustments will impact nurses’ working conditions and the quality of patient care.
