Information about Azerbaijan Health system and insurance system.

Azerbaijan's healthcare system is a mixed state-funded system. Health services are provided by both public and private health institutions. Azerbaijan State Health Insurance Fund (SSF), the health insurance system through which the state finances and provides health services, provides health services to all citizens as well as foreign nationals working in Azerbaijan. SSF is a system of compulsory health insurance financed from employees' social security contributions. SSF provides citizens and insured persons with a range of healthcare services, such as emergency and non-emergency medical services, inpatient treatment, prescription drugs, medical devices and diagnostic services. In addition, in order to benefit from SSF-financed health services, citizens and insured persons must register in advance. Private health insurance is also available in Azerbaijan and can be purchased by citizens and foreign nationals. Private health insurance can provide a more comprehensive range of health care and provide extra protection, especially in areas that are not covered. Azerbaijan's healthcare system has undergone significant reforms in recent years. The government has taken various measures to improve the quality of health services, reduce health expenditures and improve access to services. These include the modernization of healthcare facilities, updating medical equipment, training healthcare personnel and digital solutions that facilitate access to healthcare services. However, Azerbaijan's healthcare system still faces some challenges. Particularly in rural areas, access to healthcare may be limited and some healthcare facilities may be of poor quality. Additionally, issues such as financing of health services and the adequacy of health personnel may also pose some problems. Therefore, the Azerbaijani government continues its ongoing efforts to improve the healthcare system. The goal is to improve the quality of healthcare, expand access and meet the needs of citizens.