Out-of-Pocket Expenditure Among Patients With Diabetes and Hypertension at a Public Secondary Healthcare Facility in Delhi

The findings of this study highlight the heterogeneous nature of OOPE among persons with diabetes and hypertension seeking care at the Rural Health Training Centre in Najafgarh, Delhi. Although many participants reported no OOPE, others experienced significant financial burden across various health service components, including medications, diagnostics, consultations, and hospitalizations. A total of 20 participants experienced CHE. This highlights the need for further research on OOPE determinants and the impact of government interventions.