The Seimas Health Affairs Committee (SARC) convened this week to review crucial financial indicators pertaining to the first half of the 2026 mandatory health insurance fund (MHI) budget. The meeting addressed the financial performance of various treatment institutions and provided an analysis of the financing structure for out-of-contract health services. During the session, Gytis Bendorius, the director of VLK, presented key findings regarding the provision of elective services.
While he noted that the bulk of out-of-contract services—totaling 57 million—are rendered by public institutions, he highlighted a disparity in contribution: private institutions account for a higher percentage of these non-mandated services. Focusing specifically on the second quarter, Bendorius reported that the total amount allocated for out-of-contract services reached 44.4 million euros. He further detailed that the primary components contributing to this expenditure during that period included priority consultations, day surgery, and day hospital treatments.
The committee’s discussion centered on understanding the utilization patterns of these supplementary health services and the respective roles played by different types of medical institutions. The data presented underscores the complex relationship between public provision, private sector involvement, and the overall financing required to maintain comprehensive health care services beyond the core mandatory insurance coverage. These indicators are vital for shaping future policy and ensuring the financial sustainability of the national health system.
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