Comisión de Constitución del Senado aprueba proyecto alternativo de isapres

The Senate’s Constitution Commission recently approved an alternative bill that aims to reform Chile’s private health insurance (isapre) system. If passed, the bill would expand coverage and benefit packages, eliminate discriminatory pricing against women and older customers, and establish a public insurance option. This move follows several years of debate and protests by consumers and patient advocates, who argue that the isapre model prioritizes profits over patient needs and exacerbates health inequalities. While some analysts predict that the bill may face significant opposition from powerful industry groups and conservative politicians, others view it as a necessary step towards achieving universal healthcare and social justice in Chile. This article sheds light on an important aspect of Chilean society and politics that affects millions of citizens’ daily lives and underscores the ongoing struggle for healthcare rights and equity globally.