health
April 30, 2026
Delays in Diagnosis Warned Due to Suspension of Services to Nueva EPS at the National Cancer Institute
Starting Thursday, April 30, the National Cancer Institute will temporarily stop attending to new oncology patients from Nueva EPS due to its debt, which amounts to 146 billion pesos.
TL;DR
- The National Cancer Institute will temporarily cease attending to new oncology patients from Nueva EPS starting April 30.
- The decision is due to a debt of 146 billion pesos owed by Nueva EPS and the lack of a formal contract.
- Existing patients undergoing treatment, children, adolescents, and oncological emergencies will continue to receive services.
- New patients needing to start treatment or awaiting diagnosis may face significant delays.
- The situation highlights financial and structural crises in the healthcare system, impacting patient care.