Yoshimasa Hayashi proposes review of Health Insurance Card integration into My Number System amid concerns
In a statement following a hospital visit in Tokyo’s Shibuya Ward, Hayashi acknowledged the public’s apprehensions regarding the integration process. The current plan calls for phasing out existing health insurance cards and consolidating their functions into the My Number Card by December. However, Hayashi emphasized the need to address these concerns proactively to ensure a seamless transition.