A guide to the UCEP Plus treatment scheme for COVID-19 patients

13 Sept 03:01 Key points summarised by AI

UCEP Plus, effective March 16, provides free medical treatment for Thai COVID-19 patients experiencing moderate to severe symptoms (classified as "yellow to red" categories) at any hospital nationwide.
Eligibility necessitates a confirmed positive COVID-19 test and meeting specific criteria such as high fever, breathing difficulties, low blood oxygen levels, or possessing significant health risks like underlying conditions, obesity, or advanced age.
The scheme covers treatment until full recovery without a time limit, unlike its predecessor, but does not include expenses for extra services like special rooms or referrals to specific hospitals outside the network.
Patients with mild COVID-19 symptoms are directed to utilize their existing state-backed health schemes (e.g., universal health coverage, social security) at any registered hospital or register via the NHSO for medical facility pairing.

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