There are several main types of financial barriers in nursing:
Insurance Coverage: Limited or no insurance coverage can prevent patients from accessing healthcare services. Out-of-Pocket Costs: High deductibles, copayments, and other out-of-pocket expenses can deter patients from seeking care. Medication Costs: Expensive medications can be unaffordable for patients, leading to non-adherence to prescribed treatments. Operational Costs: Healthcare facilities may face financial constraints that affect the availability of resources and staffing. Funding Cuts: Reductions in government or institutional funding can limit the services that healthcare providers can offer.
