Saudi marketUpdated November 2
Jihad Al-Obaid proposes formula coverage based on medical need.
Economic analyst Jihad Al-Obaid, in comments reported by Okaz, argues that insurance coverage for infant formula should apply to cases with a medical need, rather than cover ordinary formula generally. He proposes measured expansion according to actual medical need, alongside ensuring eligible children can obtain an appropriate formula and approved therapeutic alternatives. Al-Obaid also calls for assessing the number of potential beneficiaries and the possible effects on insurance claims and policy prices. He says suitable therapeutic nutrition may help limit future complications and treatment costs; this is his qualified assessment, not an established outcome. Separately, he suggests considering social-support solutions for families in need who lack private health insurance. He presents these as proposals, not adopted policy or an insurer decision.
Coverage started November 2