These are the EPS that would be in the Government's sights after President Petro's liquidation proposal
Analysts asked the Executive to consider the repercussions for more than 20 million affiliates. Photo: iStock
TL;DR
- President Petro has ordered the liquidation of bankrupt EPS due to the failure of health reform in Congress.
- Several EPS, including Nueva EPS, Asmet Salud, Capresoca, Coosalud, Emssanar, Famisanar, SOS, and Savia Salud, are at risk.
- These entities collectively represent over 20 million affiliates.
- Nueva EPS is a critical case, with 11 million affiliates and $21 trillion in reported losses.
- The state may have to assume at least $10 trillion of Nueva EPS's debt.
- Famisanar has 2.9 million affiliates and debts of approximately $2.3 trillion.
- These EPS have a significant geographical presence in key regions of Colombia.
- Industry leaders like María Claudia Lacouture and Bruce Mac Máster warn of potential disruptions to treatments, medication delivery, and the overall healthcare system.
- The structural issues in the healthcare system, including payment and budget shortfalls, are noted as contributing factors.
- The government's move is seen as a strategy shift after the reform's failure, with a new project expected.
- The continuity of care for millions of affiliates remains a significant concern.