Stockholm Region Boosts Home Healthcare Funding by 7%
Region Stockholm announces a 7% funding increase for advanced home healthcare services.
Key Points
- • 7% funding boost for ASIH, totaling 90 million SEK annually
- • Around 3,500 residents currently benefit from ASIH daily
- • First reimbursement rate increase for ASIH since 2013
- • New funding included in Region Stockholm's 2025 budget
In a significant healthcare development, Region Stockholm has announced a 7% increase in funding for advanced home healthcare services (ASIH), equating to approximately 90 million SEK (about $10 million) annually. This funding aims to enhance services that allow severely ill patients to receive complex medical care in the comfort of their own homes rather than in hospital settings, thereby improving patient comfort and care quality.
Currently, around 3,500 residents of Stockholm receive care under the ASIH program daily, which includes advanced treatments like intravenous therapies and blood transfusions. The recent funding boost comes alongside a 4% increase in the reimbursement rate for ASIH, set for implementation in 2024, marking the first adjustment since the care choice system was introduced in 2013.
The additional resources are reflected in the Region Stockholm budget for 2025, indicating a strong commitment to expanding home-based care services. This shift aligns with broader health policies aiming to provide more personalized and accessible healthcare options for residents, prioritizing patient needs and comfort in acute care situations.
As spokespersons emphasize, the increased funding is not only a response to current healthcare demands but also a proactive step towards modernizing and enhancing the overall healthcare framework in the region.