The National Assembly elected Asen Medzhidiev as Deputy Governor of the NHIF
The National Assembly has elected Asen Medzhidiev as the new Deputy Governor of the National Health Insurance Fund (NHIF). The decision was made following prolonged and heated debates among the members of parliament in the plenary hall.
Asen Medzhidiev is a well-known name in medical circles, having previously held the position of Minister of Health in a caretaker cabinet. His candidacy was put to a vote after the deputies discussed his professional experience and the future priorities for the institution.
The National Health Insurance Fund is a key institution in Bulgaria that manages healthcare funds for millions of citizens. The election of a new deputy governor is an important step for the stability of the healthcare system's management and for ensuring access to quality medical services.
Following the official vote, the new deputy governor will need to focus on the current challenges facing the Fund. He is expected to work in close cooperation with the Governor of the NHIF to improve financial discipline and cost-effectiveness.
It remains to be seen what specific changes Medzhidiev will propose in the institution's operations. The public expects better organization and transparency in the allocation of funds for patient treatment in the country.