Nepal's Health Insurance Board Clears All Pending Claims: Rs 23.44 Billion Disbursed to Providers

The Health Insurance Board of Nepal has marked a significant milestone by disbursing Rs 23.44 billion to various healthcare service providers during the current fiscal year. This comprehensive payment settles all insurance claims submitted up to mid-December 2025, effectively clearing the backlog of pending dues that had strained the system.

Following the successful disbursement, the Board issued a press release on Friday urging all health institutions to maintain the momentum of uninterrupted medical services for the public. The move is seen as a critical step in restoring trust between the government-backed insurance program and the nation's healthcare network.

This payment comes amid broader government efforts to restructure and strengthen Nepal's national health insurance programme. Finance Minister Bishnu Paudel recently announced plans to enforce the Health Insurance Act more rigorously, with a focus on institutional discipline, leakage control, and reforming service delivery. The government has also pledged to gradually increase the benefit cap for insured individuals and integrate multiple public health initiatives into the program for better resource management.

With Rs 10 billion already allocated for the upcoming fiscal year and pending claims verified through third-party auditing, the Board is positioning itself to ensure the program's long-term sustainability. The clearance of Rs 23.44 billion in dues signals a renewed commitment to making health insurance accessible and effective for all Nepali citizens.