Thailand’s Comptroller General’s Department has issued a set of criteria for COVID-19 patients under home or community isolation, which will facilitate the government’s decision to allow COVID-19 patients with mild or no symptoms to quarantine at home, or at other approved venues within their communities.
Department Director-General Prapas Kong-ied said eligible patients can have their medical expenses reimbursed, with a limit set at 1,100 baht per day for no more than 14 days. Charges for medical equipment used during home isolation will also be reimbursed by the state, with a similar limit in place.
He said patients can have fees relating to medications, X-ray examinations, laboratory testing and miscellaneous care reimbursed, as stipulated by the Finance Ministry. Reimbursement for transport costs are limited to 1,100 baht, while repayments for vehicle disinfection are…