Private medical institutions as a subject of compulsory health insurance under the legislation of the Republic of Azerbaijan

Compulsory health insurance is a social insurance mechanism implemented by the state to ensure access to healthcare services. This insurance plays a crucial role, particularly in ensuring that various segments of society benefit from medical services and in reducing the financial burden of healthcare services. In the compulsory health insurance system, private medical institutions such as clinics, hospitals, pharmacies, and other healthcare organizations act as subjects of medical legal relations in fulfilling the tasks assigned by the state. This article examines the role of private medical institutions in the compulsory health insurance system and the legal regulation of their activities. It also explores the legal status of private medical institutions, the legislative acts regulating their activities, and presents several proposals aimed at improving the quality and accessibility of medical services.