The Hidden Costs of Private Health Care Outsourcing in New Zealand
Published on: Sept. 7, 2025, 12:13 p.m. | Source: Devdiscourse
New Zealand's government is funding private hospitals for elective surgeries, raising concerns about taxpayer value and healthcare equality. Research suggests private care is less efficient, compromises quality, and increases costs, while public funding should prioritize equitable access and quality care within the public system.
