health
May 7, 2026
Is Colombia's Health System Falling Apart? Clinics and Hospitals Announce Closures
The health system in Colombia is facing limitations in care, closures of medical services, and financial problems between service providers and insurers.
TL;DR
- The Colombian health system is facing limitations in care, closures of medical services, and financial problems between entities.
- The National Cancer Institute has seen operational impacts, and clinics in Bogotá have closed services.
- A representative claims the government is implementing aspects of the failed health reform through intervened EPS entities.
- Debts within the system, specifically related to Nueva EPS, have reportedly grown significantly, hindering operations.
- Critics suggest the government is inducing a crisis to push for reform and a potential statization of healthcare.
- The FOMAG health model for teachers is mentioned as a potential precedent but has reportedly faced significant difficulties and deficits.