Forecast: Public and Primary Private Health Insurance Coverage in Belgium

In Belgium, public and primary private health insurance coverage stood at 98.6% of the population by 2023. The coverage rate has generally been high, maintaining around 99% between 2013 and 2015, before experiencing a slight decline to 98.7% in 2017 and further stabilizing to 98.6% by 2019. From 2018 to 2023, the coverage remained constant at 98.6%, showcasing a negligible average annual decrease over the preceding five years, marked by a CAGR of -0.02%.

Forecasted data from 2024 to 2028 indicates a slight improvement, with coverage expected to rise steadily back to 98.7%. This forecast predicts an average annual growth rate of 0.02%, detailing gradual recovery. Trends to watch for include potential policy changes impacting health coverage and demographic shifts that may affect overall insurance uptake.