On January 5, 2025, Jirayu Huangsub, spokesperson for the Office of the Prime Minister, announced enhancements to Thailand's universal healthcare scheme, "30 Baht Anywhere." The program now includes private clinics and pharmacies as service points, allowing patients to receive care for minor illnesses without visiting overcrowded hospitals. This initiative aims to reduce waiting times and improve convenience, requiring only a national ID card for verification.
Participants can access general healthcare services at local public health units, community clinics, district and provincial hospitals, and private facilities such as dental clinics, physical therapy centers, and traditional Thai medicine clinics. Emergency services for non-critical cases are also available at state hospitals and participating private hospitals. For life-threatening emergencies under the UCEP (Universal Coverage for Emergency Patients) policy, patients can receive free treatment at the nearest hospital for up to 72 hours or until stabilized.
To simplify access, the NHSO has integrated the "30 Baht Anywhere" service into the government app Tang Rath, which allows digital ID verification, eliminating the need to carry physical ID cards. Patients can also review their health records through the app.
Participating clinics and pharmacies are marked with a "30 Baht Anywhere" logo, and a full list is available on the NHSO website and app. Additional information can be obtained via the NHSO hotline 1330, LINE ID @nhso, or the website.