Health Service Entitlement Periods Extended for BAĞ-KUR and GSS Insured Persons with Outstanding Contribution Debts
An important regulation has been introduced regarding the right to benefit from healthcare services for certain insured persons covered under Law No. 5510 on Social Insurances and General Health Insurance.
Pursuant to Presidential Decision No. 10812, published in the Official Gazette dated January 7, 2026 and numbered 33130, the period during which BAĞ-KUR insured persons with outstanding contribution debts and general health insurance holders covered under Article 60/1-g may benefit from healthcare services has been extended until December 31, 2026.
Within this framework;
- BAĞ-KUR insured persons deemed insured under subparagraph (b) of the first paragraph of Article 4 of Law No. 5510,
- Those covered under the general health insurance scheme pursuant to subparagraph (g) of the first paragraph of Article 60 of Law No. 5510,
- Persons who are dependants of these insured individuals,
Will continue to benefit from healthcare services until the end of December 31, 2026, even if they have outstanding contribution debts exceeding 60 days.
The said regulation aims to prevent potential grievances arising from restricted access to healthcare services due to contribution debts, and a reassessment will be required after the specified period.
You may access the relevant Official Gazette via the link. (In Turkish)
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