In which year did South Korea extend national health insurance to its whole population?
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: C. 1989
- Step 1: Coverage was expanded step by step from 1977. Step 2. The rural population was added in 1988 and the urban self-employed in 1989. Answer: 1989. Why not the others: The other years mark the law, the first coverage and the merger.
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