CNSS Polyclinics: Change of state of mind
The polyclinics operated by the National Social Security Fund (CNSS) are about to undergo an in-depth transformation, both in terms of infrastructure and management. The CNSS plans to entrust their management to an operating company, which will take the form of a subsidiary of the CNSS. This initiative is part of a process of compliance with legal provisions and represents a major step in the modernization of the healthcare sector.
Article 44 of Law 65-00 on medical coverage prohibits the simultaneous management of medical structures and the provision of healthcare services. To comply with this requirement, the transfer of the management of polyclinics to an operating company, validated by the CNSS Board of Directors, requires an amendment to the current law.
This change is provided for in Article 6 of the draft amendment to the 1972 Dahir, which will enable CNSS to set up subsidiaries. The project, already approved by the Chamber of Councilors, is currently awaiting review by the First Chamber of Parliament.
In parallel with this project, CNSS has launched several invitations to tender for the renovation and upgrading of polyclinics.
This modernization plan covers a number of facilities, including those in the Derb Ghallef and Hay Hassani districts in the cities of Casablanca, Kenitra, and Marrakech. CNSS, which has launched a number of projects, including the dematerialization of medical records, aims to improve patient reception conditions, reinforce safety measures and acquire new medical equipment to support business development.
This is encouraged by the results achieved in recent years and in 2023 in particular. Indeed, the financial results of the polyclinics have far exceeded expectations, testifying to the development potential of these medical units. Total polyclinic sales reached 609.6 million dirhams in 2023, an increase of 16% on the previous year.
These results exceeded the targets set, with an achievement rate of 114%. In terms of production indicators, the number of hospitalized patients rose significantly, particularly in the city of Settat, where there was a 52% increase compared with 2022. Laboratory activities also recorded significant increases in the cities of Mohammedia (+49%), Kénitra (+46%), and Ziraoui (+41%). The Ziraoui polyclinic also consolidated its performance in medical imaging, with an increase of 58%.
Khadija MASMOUDI
