National Healthcare Security Administration
| 国家医疗保障局 | |
Headquarters of the NHSA | |
| Agency overview | |
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| Formed | March 17, 2018 |
| Jurisdiction | People's Republic of China |
| Headquarters | Building 9, Yard 2, Yuetan North Street, Xicheng District, Beijing |
| Agency executive |
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| Parent agency | State Council |
| Website | www |
The Nation Healthcare Security Administration (Chinese: 国家医疗保障局), abbreviated as NHSA (Chinese: 医保局) is a deputy-ministerial-level government agency directly under the State Council of the People's Republic of China. The current director is Zhang Ke.
History
The administration was created in 2018 as part of the deepening the reform of the Party and state institutions.
Functions
NHSA primarily oversees the state-backed China Healthcare Security including general health insurance plan, maternity insurance, and medical aid programs. In doing that, it oversees the operation of the insurance fund, responsible for centralized purchasing of drugs and medical supplies. It is also responsible for the public-sector healthcare reform.
The National Healthcare Security Administration guides local governments on issues related to medical insurance and sickness and maternity insurance.[1]: 140
Leadership
Directors
| Name | Chinese name | Took office | Left office | Ref. |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Hu Jinglin | 胡静林 | May 2018 | December 2023 | [2] |
| Zhang Ke | 章轲 | February 2024 | Incumbent |
References
- ^ Mesa-Lago, Carmelo (2025). Comparing Socialist Approaches: Economics and Social Security in Cuba, China, and Vietnam. Pitt Latin American Series. Pittsburgh, PA: University of Pittsburgh Press. ISBN 9780822948476.
- ^ "国家医疗保障局 机构职能". www.nhsa.gov.cn. Retrieved 2019-06-22.
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