National Healthcare Security Administration
The Nation Healthcare Security Administration, abbreviated as NHSA 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.