Kassym-Jomart Tokayev receives Healthcare Minister Elzhan Birtanov, Akorda reports.
The Head of state was presented with a detailed report on the current activities of the Ministry and the development of domestic medicine.
Yelzhan Birtanov reported on the measures taken to prevent the spread of the coronavirus outbreak in the country.
Kassym-Jomart Tokayev also heard information about the development of a new Code on people's health and the health system.
The Minister also informed about the introduction of the compulsory health insurance system and the implementation of a new state program aimed at modernizing hospitals.
The President pointed out the crucial importance of improving the quality and accessibility of medical services provided to the population. In particular, Kassym-Jomart Tokayev instructed to continue working on the new health Code, taking into account the public's opinion.