The Reality: Waiting Lists and Access to Surgery
Waiting lists are not a reliable guide to the number of people who need an operation.
Waiting lists for surgical procedures are often used as indicators of healthcare accessibility. However, the truth behind these lists are more complex. While waiting lists may capture a significant number of people in need, they frequently fail to include the full scope of demand. Many thousands of individuals who require surgical interventions find themselves omitted from these lists altogether, despite experiencing considerable pain and distress. Consequently, they end up in a state of limbo, awaiting inclusion while grappling with the physical and emotional toll of their conditions.
The critics say that these lists, in short, are a lie.
Critics state that waiting lists, in essence, are a distorted portrayal of our healthcare landscape here in New Zealand. They argue that relying solely on these lists overlooks those who are overlooked or excluded, who may need operations but have not been put on a list.
For this reason, having health insurance is essential, as it provides access to timely medical care and alleviates the burden of waiting for necessary treatments.
Find out more at this article from Stuff NZ:
Then, give me a call or email here to find out how much a health insurance policy will cost you – it’s not as much as you might think.
Regards, Mike Bennett
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