Hospital Syndicate Demands Dues Amid Financial Strain
Under the headline "Hospital Syndicate Calls for Payment of Dues: Financial Pressures Threaten Sector's Continuity," the Hospital Syndicate in Lebanon warned of worsening financial pressures faced by the healthcare sector. These challenges existed even before the recent war and are now intensifying after all available means to ensure its sustainability have been exhausted. The syndicate confirmed that hospitals, despite these difficulties, have always been at the forefront during crises, with healthcare workers continuing to provide vital services under difficult security and living conditions. They called on the government and sponsoring agencies to accelerate the payment of overdue dues accumulated over more than eight months, which are causing liquidity shortages and increasing operational burdens. They also demanded an urgent revision of hospital tariffs, as they remain low compared to the true costs. Furthermore, the syndicate emphasized the importance of allocating the necessary funds in the 2027 budget and increasing tariffs to guarantee the continued delivery of quality medical services. They warned that ongoing delays could jeopardize the hospitals' ability to operate and cover salaries and expenses.
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